Phase 2 demonstration completed for “Project Trinity,” a proof-of-concept project for DvP settlement using stablecoins in secondary-market security token trading
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株式会社Datachain and 8 other related companies, along with SBI VCトレード, announced the successful completion of the demonstrations for Phase 1 (defining business requirements and formulating plans for the next phase) and Phase 2 (verifying business operations) of “Project Trinity,” a demonstration project on DvP settlement using stablecoins for secondary-market security token transactions. The parties conducted operational verification of DvP settlement between Daiwa Securities and SBI Securities, using cross-chain technology provided by Progmat and Datachain and an SC in the specified trust beneficiary rights format issued by Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation. They confirmed to a certain extent the feasibility of T+2/DvP settlement of ST and SC between securities companies.
Facts
The “Project Trinity” demonstration project on DvP settlement using stablecoins for secondary-market security token transactions, whose launch was announced on Aug. 22, 2025
(hereinafter, the “8 related companies”), and SBI VCトレード株式会社
Under the amended Payment Services Act that took effect in 2023, it became possible in practice to issue stablecoins linked to legal tender (electronic payment instruments, hereinafter “SC”).
(1) Phase 1: Defining business requirements and formulating plans for the next phase (August 2025–March 2026)
Gods and heroes engraved on coins from 2,500 years ago—Mitsuru Hayama, author of “The Complete Guide to Investing in Antique Coins,” publishes a new two-part book exploring ancient Greek currency
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葉山満 of 株式会社コンボイスイッチ published the Kindle books “古代ギリシャの貨幣 ― 前編” and “古代ギリシャの貨幣 ― 後編,” on the theme of ancient Greek coinage, on Aug. 5, 2026. The books explore the history of coinage from electrum coins through city-states, Macedonia, Alexander the Great and the Hellenistic world. They are the first installment in the “葉山式・資産としてのコイン学” series.
Facts
Ancient Greek coins made approximately 2500 years ago
[Ibaraki Prefecture | 水戸プラザホテル] “Year-End and New Year Party Plan 2026-2027” welcomes guests with a year-end celebration and a fresh start, featuring diverse cuisine and the hotel's hospitality
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水戸プラザホテル, operated by ㈱伊勢甚本社, is offering its “Year-End and New Year Party Plan 2026-2027” for a limited period from Nov. 16, 2026, to Feb. 28, 2027. The plan offers Japanese, Western and Chinese cuisine options (¥6,000/¥7,000/¥9,000) and 3 types of free-flow drink plans. Special benefits commemorating the hotel's 25th anniversary include ¥1,000 off on weekdays, an “Afternoon Tea Set” pair invitation ticket for parties of 40 or more, and 1 complimentary shuttle minibus for groups of 10 or more within Mito.
As part of the Koshidaka Group, the company opens its first カラオケまねきねこ location equipped with a large-scale “company-owned, self-consumption” solar power generation and battery storage system
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The Koshidaka Group announced that it will install its first “company-owned, self-consumption” system—a large-scale solar power generation system (198.4 kW, 320 panels) and battery storage system (253.26 kWh)—at カラオケまねきねこ長野高田店, which will have its grand opening on Oct. 9, 2026. The estimated annual power generation is approximately 222,922 kWh, with purchased electricity expected to be reduced by approximately 30%.
Facts
カラオケまねきねこ長野高田店, holding its grand opening on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026
320 solar panels (198.4 kW)
Equipped with a 253.26 kWh battery storage system
Approximately 222,922 kWh annually
Expected to reduce purchased electricity by approximately 30%
A large property with 3 steel-framed floors and a total floor area of 4680.97㎡
Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market (securities code: 2157)
Established: March 1967
Original資本金：25億70百万円（2025年2月末現在）
813 stores in 5 countries worldwide, including Japan (as of the end of January 2026)
Revenue: 69.387 billion yen (consolidated, fiscal year ended August 2025)
813 stores in 5 countries worldwide, including Japan
Seven x Yo-Ho launches new product “Limited Modification Uchoten Aliens New World Hop”
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Original株式会社ヤッホーブルーイングは株式会社セブン-イレブン・ジャパンと共同開発したクラフトビール「有頂天エイリアンズ」から、初の限定製品「限定改造 有頂天エイリアンズ New World Hop」を発売すると発表した。缶製品は10月13日より全国のセブン-イレブンで順次数量限定発売、樽製品は10月7日より公式ビアレストラン「YONA YONA BEER WORKS」全6店舗および「YONA YONA TOKYO BREWERY」で先行提供。ビアスタイル「ヘイジーIPA」はそのままに、ニュージーランド産ホップ「ネルソンソーヴィン」を使用し白ブドウを思わせる香りを表現した。
Facts
Total shipments surpassed 1.1 million bottles within 3 months of launch
998 locations. According to Kita Sangyo (as of the end of December 2025)
Market share in the United States increased 4.7 times over 5 years
From 2018 (1.5%)
To 2023 (7%)
Alcohol content: 6.0%
Volume: 350 ml
Best before: 7 months
Suggested retail price: ¥335 (before tax)
¥368.50 (tax included)
Tested more than 30 hop blends
Developed jointly over 2 years
All 6 locations of YONA YONA BEER WORKS
Following the revision to the Liquor Tax Act in October 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社ヤッホーブルーイング、株式会社セブン-イレブン・ジャパン、セブン-イレブン、YONA YONA BEER WORKS、YONA YONA TOKYO BREWERY
FlashLabs to exhibit at Japan IT Week Autumn 2026, one of Japan’s largest comprehensive IT exhibitions
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FlashLabs株式会社 announced that it will exhibit at the “Japan Startup Summit” special area (booth S25) at “Japan IT Week Autumn 2026,” one of Japan’s largest IT and digital transformation exhibitions, to be held at Makuhari Messe from Oct. 21 (Wednesday) to 23 (Friday), 2026. The company will showcase OrcaRouter, an AI inference gateway developed by the U.S. AI research institute Continuum AI and offered exclusively by FlashLabs for the Japanese market, as well as the voice AI agent FlashAI. On Oct. 23 (Friday) during the exhibition, the company will also speak at a startup seminar on “Security and Cost Reduction in the Age of AI Agents.”
Facts
Exhibiting at “Japan IT Week Autumn 2026,” to be held at Makuhari Messe from Oct. 21 (Wednesday) to 23 (Friday), 2026
At the booth (booth S25) in the “Japan Startup Summit” special area
Speaking at a startup seminar on Oct. 23 (Friday), from 14:50 to 15:10
Reduce AI usage costs by approximately 40% without compromising quality (according to our estimates)
Access more than 200 LLMs and generative AI models through a single gateway
Handles initial customer inquiries 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
In 20 minutes, we will outline how to govern agents so companies can operate them in production with confidence
One of the 7 component exhibitions, including the “Contract Software Development and Development Support Expo”
Latest trends and business opportunities in the foreign talent market explained! In-person seminars for staffing companies to be held in 3 cities across the Tokyo-Nagoya-Osaka region
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株式会社ブレイン・ラボ and 社団法人全国請負化推進協議会 will hold 3 in-person seminars in 3 cities—Osaka, Nagoya and Tokyo—for staffing companies, under the title “The Reality of the Foreign Talent Market and Future Business Opportunities.” The seminars will explain the latest trends in the foreign talent market amid increasingly strict regulations and operational requirements, the shift from staffing to contract work, and how to respond to changes in a labor market involving 1 million people.
Facts
A total of 3 events to be held in 3 cities: Osaka, Nagoya and Tokyo
An estimated 1 million workers are expected to leave the labor market in the future
1 company: ¥11,000 (tax included)
Adopted by more than 1,800 companies, from major staffing firms to small and medium-sized businesses
RUNTEQ to hold free seminar taking an in-depth look at “How do IT skills change your income and work style?”
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株式会社RUNTEQ announced that it will hold a free online seminar on Oct. 13, 2026, for people seeking to change careers to IT from other fields. Titled “How will the future change when you acquire IT skills? A close look at income, work styles and career paths,” the seminar will introduce the value of engineering skills in the AI era, options for income and work styles, and real-world examples.
Facts
Original2026年10月13日（火）20:00より、無料オンラインセミナー
A grant will cover up to 80% of the tuition (maximum benefit: 525,600 yen).
The 3rd collaboration from 長濱蒸溜所: “Amahanyan Mizunara Cask Blend” arrives!
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長濱蒸溜所 in Nagahama, Shiga Prefecture, will launch “Amahanyan Mizunara Cask Blend,” the 3rd whiskey collaboration with Hikone’s local mascot Hikonyan, on Oct. 20, 2026. The product blends bourbon cask whiskey from Chikubushima and Nagahama Mizunara cask whiskey with carefully selected overseas whiskies. The suggested retail price is ¥2,000 plus tax.
Facts
It will go on sale on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026.
・Volume: 200 ml
・Alcohol content: 47%
・Suggested retail price: ¥2,000 plus tax
Began operation in 2016 at the Nagahama Roman Beer facility
A limited-quantity bottle to bring good fortune for the New Year. Celebrate the Year of the Fire Sheep, symbolizing family love and pacifism, with “Amahagan World Malt Zodiac Bottle <Fire Sheep>,” on sale in limited quantities from Tuesday, Oct. 20.
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長濱蒸溜所, operated by 長浜浪漫ビール株式会社, will release the limited-quantity whiskey “Amahagan World Malt Zodiac Bottle <Fire Sheep>” from Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, to celebrate the 2027 zodiac year of the Fire Sheep. The auspicious design features a sheep motif and a gourd, while the bottle contains the flagship “AMAHAGAN Basic Blend (Edition No. 1).”
Facts
Volume: 700ml
Alcohol content: 47%
Suggested retail price: ¥8,300 plus tax
To be released in limited quantities from Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026
The combination of the ten heavenly stems and twelve earthly branches completes a cycle every 60 years
【M·A·C】A new cushion with a 79% serum base (1) is now a hit. A chic, dewy glow that lasts without looking shiny
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ELCジャパン合同会社’s M·A·C division will launch the new Studio Radiance Serum Cushion Foundation SPF50+, with a 79% serum base, nationwide on September 4, 2026. Available in 7 shades for Asian skin tones, it delivers a “chic, dewy glow” that lasts without looking shiny.
Facts
A lightweight formula with a 79% serum base (1)
7 shades (N11, N12, N18, NC10, NC15, NC20, NW11)
Net contents: 10 mL
Includes case: 7,700 yen including tax
Refill: 5,830 yen including tax
A dewy, beautiful complexion (3) lasts for 12 hours (4)
SPF 50+/PA+++
Nationwide launch on Friday, September 4, 2026
Today, it is available in more than 100 countries worldwide.
Founded in 1984 in Toronto, Canada, by professional makeup artists
Hands-on learning through an industry-academia partnership with エリース豊島FC: learning on the ground at a sports club through home game operations, public relations activities and more【東京リゾート＆スポーツ専門学校】
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東京リゾート＆スポーツ専門学校, operated by 学校法人三幸学園, has partnered with エリース豊島FC through an industry-academia collaboration, offering seminars and internships under a sponsorship agreement. Students gain practical experience at the sports club, including greeting attendees at home games, assisting with match operations, working as stretcher staff and taking part in public relations activities.
Facts
More than ６０ vocational schools in １２ cities nationwide
4.3% said, “I’d like to listen together, each using one side of a single pair of earphones.”
A survey on how people enjoy music was conducted among 300 men and women aged 20–59 nationwide.
The figure was only 2.7% among people in their 20s.
Among people in their 20s, 18.7% said, “I’d like to listen to the same song together using our own earphones or headphones,” the highest proportion of any age group.
22.0% said they had done it with “a romantic partner, spouse, someone they liked, or someone they were interested in.”
45.0% said, “I have neither done it nor remember seeing or hearing about it.”
28.0% said, “It feels like youth.”
16.7% said, “It creates a sense of intimacy.”
Among those who had actually shared earphones one earpiece each with a romantic partner, spouse, or someone they liked, 45.5% said, “It feels like youth.”
Among those with no experience and no recollection of seeing or hearing about it, 56.3% said, “I don’t feel anything in particular.”
22.7% said they would like to “listen to the same music in the same place, such as at a concert or festival.”
20.0% said they would like to “listen together through a smartphone or other speaker.”
Age breakdown: 75 people each in their 20s, 30s, 40s and 50s
A collaboration between デックス東京ビーチ, celebrating its 30th anniversary, and the film Godzilla-0.0, opening Tuesday, November 3: “Godzilla Attacks—Odaiba Joint Operation”
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デックス東京ビーチ, celebrating its 30th anniversary, will hold “Godzilla Attacks—Odaiba Joint Operation,” a collaboration event with the film Godzilla-0.0 (opening November 3), from October 23 to November 30, 2026. The event will feature exclusive content, including a Godzilla-0.0 statue display and giveaways of original stickers. Tickets with viewing seats for the “2026 Tokyo Bay Grand Fireworks Festival” on October 24 will also be sold in 2 types, priced at 4,000 yen and 7,000 yen.
Facts
This year marks the 30th anniversary of its opening.
Dates: Friday, October 23–Monday, November 30, 2026
The film Godzilla-0.0, opening on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, “Godzilla Day” (note)
A display of a Godzilla-0.0 statue, one of only 十数 in the world
The “2026 Tokyo Bay Grand Fireworks Festival” will be held in Tokyo Bay on Saturday, October 24, 2026, during the event period.
Price: ¥4,000 (tax included)
Price: 7,000 yen
Original当館では、開催当日の11:00から特設鑑賞券付きプレミアム券を販売します
Number of stores: approximately 80
A commemorative day established by 東宝株式会社 to mark the release of the first kaiju movie, “Godzilla,” on November 3, 1954.
Winner of the 96th Academy Award® for Visual Effects
New merchandise is here: apparel and tote bags designed for everyday life, featuring the adorable Onisuke doing his best to get by in human society!
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ANIGA-TER（アニゲーター）, an e-commerce site for anime and game merchandise operated by バナナスピリッツ株式会社, announced that it will begin taking preorders for new Onisuke merchandise (2 types of apparel and a tote bag) on Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
Facts
Price: 7,480 yen (tax included)
Price: 3,300 yen (tax included)
Retail price: ¥2,200 (tax included)
Preorders begin: Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 18:00–
Product delivery: Scheduled to begin shipping sequentially from late November 2026 onward
Launched in 2017 as an e-commerce site handling anime and game merchandise.
【こびとづかん×BREEZE】A collaboration collection is here from BREEZE children's clothing and “こびとづかん,” which celebrates its 20th anniversary and charms children and adults alike with its mysterious world!
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BREEZE, the kids’ brand developed by 株式会社F・O・インターナショナル, will launch collaboration items with “こびとづかん,” which celebrates its 20th anniversary (written by なばたとしたか／published by ロクリン社), at BREEZE stores and online starting Friday, October 9, 2026. The collection includes long-sleeved T-shirts, long-sleeved T-shirts with patches, dress-up hoodies, bodysuits, pajamas, assorted socks, face drawstring pouches, fluffy overalls, and face bibs, with items ranging from baby to adult sizes.
Facts
A popular children's book series with cumulative circulation exceeding 3.2 million copies
A total of 444 types have been announced to date
Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, 2026
“こびとづかん” was first published in 2006.
A children's clothing brand with approximately 140 stores nationwide
“Sakukoi Party LIVE,” an interactive livestream made together with 櫻坂46, is coming!
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株式会社10ANTZ has announced that it will hold “Sakukoi Party LIVE,” an interactive livestream event created together by members of 櫻坂46 and users, for its smartphone game app “Sakukoi,” which it plans and operates. A total of 300 people, including top-ranking participants in the in-game event “Love goes to the most cunning! ～30 attention-seekers who want to win your heart～,” beginning October 9, and winners selected by lottery will be invited to the livestream. The 2 performers will be Hikaru Morita and Shizuki Yamashita of 櫻坂46. The livestream is scheduled for around winter 2026.
Facts
A total of 300 people will be invited to the livestream.
The top 100 people in each member ranking
50 people selected by lottery (150 people per team, 300 people total)
150 people per team, 300 people total
This time, 2 members of 櫻坂46, Hikaru Morita and Shizuki Yamashita, will appear.
Love goes to the most cunning! ～30 attention-seekers who want to win your heart～
We will clearly demonstrate how an actual livestream works in about 5 minutes.
The livestream is scheduled for around winter 2026.
Event period: Friday, October 9, 2026, 15:00–Monday, October 19, 2026, 22:59
Release date and time: Friday, October 9, 2026, 20:00 (予定)
ナインアウト株式会社 announced that Fan Fan Fan, its AI interface for enriching connections between brands and fans, has begun integrating with Databricks’ Data+AI platform. This will enable zero-party data collected through Fan Fan Fan to be integrated, processed, analyzed, and used for AI on Databricks in a seamless end-to-end workflow.
taskey to hold networking event for entertainment industry sales professionals on October 28
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taskey株式会社 announced that it will hold “Entertainment Night by taskey #3: Entertainment Industry Sales Meetup ～The Reality of the Manga Business～,” a networking event for people with sales experience in the entertainment industry, at “Shinjuku Warp” in Shinjuku, Tokyo, on October 28, 2026. taskey Executive Officer Kazuki Aizawa will speak about the manga business and the realities of sales in publishing. The event will consist of 2 parts: a talk session and open networking. Admission is free, and registration is available on peatix.
Facts
Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 19:00–21:00
Doors open: 18:30
Entertainment Night by taskey #3
People with at least 1 year of professional experience
“Be careful of strangers” is not enough to protect children. Even a trusted, “kind person” can become a perpetrator—what adults need to know to protect children from “sexual grooming” that can lurk on social media, at school, in extracurricular activities and elsewhere.
Online event on Saturday, October 24, from 15:00! Don’t be fooled by “gross yield”! How “ultra-short-term depreciation apartment investment” works for high-income earners
Launch of “Teachme Knowledge,” which uses AI to turn experienced workers’ tacit knowledge into explicit knowledge that can be accumulated and put to use
BellFace to exhibit and speak at “AIforce World Tour Tokyo,” hosted by Salesforce Japan
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Originalベルフェイス株式会社は、2026年11月18日〜19日にセールスフォース・ジャパン社が主催する「AIforce World Tour Tokyo」に出展・登壇する。Salesforce入力エージェント『bellSalesAI』のデモ展示に加え、AgentExchangeシアターでは「Agentforceが『社員になった』仕掛けとは？」をテーマに講演。ブレイクアウトセッションではキヤノンマーケティングジャパンをゲストに迎え、18年活用したSalesforce刷新とbellSalesAIで蓄積した約400名分の営業データに基づくAgentforce Coworkerの現場展開事例を紹介する。
Facts
Original会期 2026年11月18日（水）〜19日（木）
A bold rebuild that reduces the number of custom objects from 193 to 49, a reduction of about 75%
A bold rebuild that reduces the number from 193 to 49, a reduction of about 75%
Sales activity data for about 400 people accumulated through bellSalesAI
Overhauled Salesforce after 18 years of use
Capital: 9,148 million yen (including capital reserves)
Established: April 27, 2015
Speaking date and time: Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 13:20–13:35 (15 minutes)
Speaking date and time: Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 13:00–13:30 (30 minutes)
Umee Technologies featured in the November 2026 issue of “Forbes JAPAN” in “Why I Invested in This Entrepreneur”—investors explain their reasons for investing in conversational insight AI “Front Agent”
Completed a proof-of-concept project for DvP settlement using stablecoins in security token secondary-market transactions, through Phase 2 (business operations validation) of Project Trinity
Spotify to hold special live event “Spotify On Stage Tokyo 2026 -10th Anniversary Special-,” looking back on 2026 and 10 years since its Japan launch
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OriginalSpotifyは、2026年12月20日に東京ガーデンシアターで日本上陸10周年を振り返るスペシャルライブ「Spotify On Stage Tokyo 2026 -10th Anniversary Special-」を開催すると発表した。第1弾出演アーティストとしてSTUTS、マカロニえんぴつ、M!LKの3組を発表。MCはkemioと堀井美香、Talk Room Hostはアイザック from GOLDNRUSH PODCASTが務める。Spotify Premiumトップリスナー向けの招待キャンペーンや最速先行販売も実施される。
Facts
Used by more than 777 million users worldwide
777 million, including 300 million paid subscribers
Currently in more than 180 countries and regions
More than 100 million songs and
more than 7 million podcasts
Date: Sunday, Dec. 20, 2026
Doors open: 16:30
Show starts: 17:30
Arena VIP reserved seat: 14,000 yen (tax included)
General reserved seat: 11,000 yen (tax included)
The song has recorded 700 million streams
It drew a total audience of 60,000
The number of social media followers exceeds approximately 6 million
The current total number of followers is more than 500,000
The program marks its 10th anniversary this year
Noon Oct. 6 (Tue.) to 23:59 Oct. 12 (Mon., holiday)
[New product] New “Chunky Red Bean” flavor joins the “Crunchy and Moist Scones” lineup from come×come, the rice oil and rice flour series!
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築野食品工業株式会社 announced that it will add a new “chunky red bean” flavor to its “Crunchy and Moist Scones” series in the gluten-free come×come (コメトコメ) line, with sales starting Oct. 6, 2026. The scones, made with domestically produced rice flour and rice oil, are filled with subtly sweet chunky red bean paste made with Tanba Dainagon azuki beans and wasanbon sugar. The lineup will include 4 varieties, including the 3 existing flavors: plain, chocolate chip and walnut.
Facts
Sales period: From Oct. 6, 2026
Price: 315 yen per item (before tax)
6 chunky red bean scones: 1,850 yen
12 chunky red bean scones: 3,500 yen
3 each of plain and chunky red bean (6 total): 1,700 yen
Assortment of 4 flavors—plain, walnut, chocolate and chunky red bean—with 3 of each (12 total): 3,250 yen
Assortment of 4 flavors—plain, walnut, chocolate and chunky red bean—with 4 of each (16 total): 4,000 yen
The “Crunchy and Moist Scones” lineup now has 4 varieties
[Speaking engagement] 3rd Nikkei Japan-India Economic and Investment Forum <English follows>
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東洋エンジニアリング株式会社 announced that Takashi Kawahara, president of its Indian subsidiary Toyo Engineering India Private Limited, will speak at the 3rd Nikkei Japan-India Economic and Investment Forum, to be held in Mumbai, India, on Oct. 8, 2026. Toyo-India, which is marking its 50th anniversary, will speak about its efforts to support Japanese companies’ investment and business growth in India.
Facts
Dates: Oct. 8, 2026 (Thu.)
Presentation time: From 14:50 on Oct. 8, 2026 (Thu.)
Toyo-India marks its 50th anniversary this year
Trust, technical expertise and project execution capabilities built over 50 years
3rd Nikkei Japan-India Economic and Investment Forum
Companies mentioned：東洋エンジニアリング株式会社、Toyo Engineering India Private Limited、Toyo-India、Nikkei Inc.、Nikkei Group Asia Pte Ltd
[Retail Media Summit 2026] KDDI株式会社 named platinum sponsor
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KDDI株式会社 has been named a platinum sponsor of Retail Media Summit 2026, organized by 株式会社アドインテ and scheduled for Nov. 11 and 12, 2026, at Belle Salle Shinjuku Grand. This marks its sponsorship for the 2nd consecutive year, following 2025. The event theme is “Beyond Marketing and Commerce: Changes in purchasing behavior drive the evolution of marketing and customer experience.”
Facts
Dates: November 11 (Wed.) and 12 (Thu.), 2026
Event hours: 10:00–19:00
The company is participating for the 2nd consecutive year, following 2025.
Established: June 1, 1984 (Showa 59)
Established: April 2009
Companies mentioned：株式会社アドインテ、KDDI株式会社、アサヒビール株式会社、株式会社アルビオン、イオン株式会社、イオンリテール株式会社、イオンマーケティング株式会社、株式会社イトーヨーカ堂、ウエルシア薬局株式会社、Uber Japan株式会社、A.T. カーニー株式会社、株式会社ADKマーケティング・ソリューションズ、花王株式会社、カタリナマーケティングジャパン株式会社、Criteo株式会社、グーグル合同会社、Google Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd.、グローリー株式会社、株式会社AGIFT、株式会社ゲート・ワン、JNTLコンシューマーヘルス株式会社、株式会社サイバーエージェント、サッポロビール株式会社、合同会社OFFICEしもふり、株式会社Preferred Networks、株式会社スタイリングライフホールディングス、ストラクチャー＆シグナルズ株式会社、株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン、株式会社セブン‐イレブン・アドコネクト、ソニーマーケティング株式会社、株式会社大広、株式会社ツルハホールディングス、株式会社DearOne、株式会社データ・ワン、株式会社電通、トライアルホールディングス、日本テレビ放送網株式会社、株式会社博報堂、Pacvue、Ｐ＆Ｇジャパン合同会社、株式会社pHmedia、株式会社ファイントゥデイ、株式会社ファンケル、フマキラー株式会社、Haleonジャパン株式会社、株式会社MICHI、株式会社Mizkan、Moloco合同会社、楽天グループ株式会社、一般社団法人リテールAI協会、株式会社ロフト、早稲田大学
“Mobile Police Patlabor × tree13” collaboration merchandise to be released!
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株式会社コンテンツセブン announced the release of special collaboration merchandise featuring the newly expanding “Mobile Police Patlabor” series and popular illustrator tree13, who has 151,000 Instagram followers. The merchandise features newly drawn illustrations of protagonist Noa Izumi and the Ingram, and is being produced under the supervision of 裕出渕 and 明美高田. Details of the product lineup and sales methods will be announced in due course.
Facts
tree13, active in South Korea and Japan, has 151,000 Instagram followers.
Handmade marketplace Creema and Hokkaido’s Hokuryu Town collaborate. Creators turn the growing supply of unused Ezo deer resources into leather and deer-oil products
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株式会社クリーマ partnered with Hokuryu Town in Hokkaido to hold the “Hokuryu Town Creator Collaboration Contest,” making use of Ezo deer leather and oil. The project produced 28 works, all of which will be unveiled for the first time at the Craft Marche on Oct. 17 and 18, 2026.
Facts
The “Hokuryu Town Creator Collaboration Contest” produced 28 works
Ezo deer live only in Hokkaido, and making use of them after capture has been a challenge
Hokuryu Town has a population of approximately 1,600, and approximately 1,300 people attended last year’s marche
More than 200,000 people visit Hokuryu Town’s Sunflower Festival every year, where approximately 2 million sunflowers bloom
Creema launched in 2010 and has 310,000 creators, 21 million items, approximately 15 billion yen in gross merchandise sales, and has ranked No. 1 for 5 consecutive years
株式会社クリーマ President and CEO Kotaro Marubayashi; headquarters in Shibuya, Tokyo
The sunflower field spans an area equivalent to approximately 5 Tokyo Domes (23 ha), with approximately 2 million flowers in bloom
How are “homes that sell” and “homes people want to live in” changing amid labor shortages and rising prices? “Architecture + Interior WEEK,” including Japan Home Show & Building Show 2026, offers a look at the forefront of housing and lifestyles
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Original一般社団法人日本能率協会は、2026年11月18日～20日に東京ビッグサイトで「Japan Home Show & Building Show 2026」を含む「建築＋インテリアWEEK」を開催する。出展企業約600社・1,200ブース、来場者数約27,000人規模で、建築・設計からインテリア、住宅設備、DX・AI、サステナブルな最新住空間提案までが集結する日本最大級のBtoB総合展示会。
New idle-raising RPG エグリプトX おたからじまの大冒険: Real Treasure Hunting will let players receive real pure gold in exchange for treasures obtained in the game!
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株式会社GameWith NFT, a subsidiary of 株式会社GameWith, has announced that after the release of the new idle-raising RPG エグリプトX おたからじまの大冒険 for smartphones, planned for fall 2026, it will launch Real Treasure Hunting. Players can burn (make disappear) the special NFT ゴールデンスライム obtained in the game and exchange it for a 3g pure gold plate, one of only 10 in the world. In addition, 100 people will receive Amazon gift cards worth up to ¥10,000 each in an official X follow-and-repost campaign.
Facts
A special in-game treasure, ゴールデンスライム (NFT), one of only 10 in the world, will appear.
Players can receive a 3g pure gold plate made of real pure gold.
A monster-raising RPG where up to 20 players take on giant gods, collect treasure and advance their adventure.
Fast-paced cooperative battles against giant gods, with a 90-second time limit
The latest title carries on the world of the previous game, エグリプト, which recorded a total of 2 million downloads.
・Release: Fall 2026 (planned)
100 people can win Amazon gift cards worth up to ¥10,000 each!
Originalキャンペーン対象ポストは10月6日（火）12:00に投稿予定です。
Capital: 30 million yen (as of the end of May 2026)
株式会社GameWith NFT was established in September 2021 as a subsidiary of 株式会社GameWith.
Established: April 4, 2018
Companies mentioned：株式会社GameWith、株式会社GameWith NFT、株式会社Kyuzan、Amazon.com, Inc.
[Toy Story] Coordinate your entire lunchtime with pixel-art designs! Skater is now selling a lunch series featuring 5 items.
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スケーター株式会社 is selling a 5-item lunch series featuring pixel-art designs from Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story. The retro-pop designs depict characters such as Woody and Buzz Lightyear in square dots. The lineup includes a lunch box, seal-top boxes, a cutlery set and 2 types of stainless-steel mug bottles.
Facts
Easy-wash lunch box, Toy Story / Pixel Art ... Price: ¥1,540 (tax included)
Capacity: 440ml
Seal-top boxes, 500ml (2 per pack), Toy Story / Pixel Art ... Price: ¥1,100 (tax included)
Capacity: 500ml × 2
Easy-wash cutlery set, Toy Story / Pixel Art ... Price: ¥990 (tax included)
Stainless-steel mug bottle with soft handle, Toy Story / Pixel Art ... Price: ¥2,750 (tax included)
Stainless-steel mug bottle with soft handle ... Capacity: 480ml
Stainless-steel mug bottle with square handle, Toy Story / Pixel Art ... Price: ¥3,850 (tax included)
Stainless-steel mug bottle with square handle ... Capacity: 450ml
Oyachi City Hall to host event on Oct. 16: STVラジオ personality Yohei to speak on end-of-life planning, with My Number Card registration support
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株式会社ベルコ札幌支社代理店グループ will hold an Autumn Grand Appreciation Festival at Oyachi City Hall in Sapporo on Oct. 16, 2026. The free community event will feature an end-of-life planning talk by Yohei and an on-site My Number Card registration service.
Facts
株式会社ベルコ札幌支社代理店グループ will hold an Autumn Grand Appreciation Festival on Friday, Oct. 16, 2026.
The event is limited to 50 participants, is free of charge and requires advance reservations.
STVラジオ personality Yohei will give a special talk titled “End-of-Life Stories.”
All participants will receive an original end-of-life planning notebook.
An on-site My Number Card registration service will also be held, providing application support that includes free ID photo taking.
A special exhibition in collaboration with 北海道日本ハムファイターズ will be held, featuring collaborative dresses and tuxedos.
Reservations are accepted by calling the toll-free number 0120-005-797 or online at https://www.bellco.co.jp/eventform/9412
遠州鉄道株式会社 clarifies direction for GEO initiatives in anticipation of web customer acquisition in the AI era; case study on adoption of Mieruka GEO released
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株式会社Faber Company has published a case study on 遠州鉄道株式会社’s adoption of the GEO support tool ミエルカGEO to prepare for web customer acquisition in the AI era. 遠州鉄道株式会社 decided to adopt the tool after its recruitment information failed to appear appropriately in AI searches. The company is developing a concrete direction for its GEO initiatives by visualizing its exposure in AI searches for real estate and leisure business pages and holding regular meetings with its customer success representative.
Facts
Established: October 24, 2005
Capital: 100 million yen
Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market (securities code: 220A)
Released in March 2015
Original「Google上位でもAI検索に出てこない」を半年で解消。
Brand exposure in AI searches up 130%; AI-generated leads also increased
Won a contract with a major company through Gemini! Cut 3 hours of monitoring work down to a few minutes
TV anime 正反対な君と僕 collaboration cafe at 洒落CAFE: Retro Pop ver. Original illustrated goods and collaboration cafe menu revealed!
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Anique株式会社 announced that it will hold a collaboration cafe, “Retro Pop ver.,” with the TV anime You and I Are Polar Opposites at 3 Sharen CAFE locations—Shinjuku, Tokyo; Shinsaibashi, Osaka; and Nagoya—from Oct. 16, 2026. The cafe will offer collaboration menu items and original merchandise.
Facts
Anique株式会社 (President and CEO: Takahide Kasai) will hold a collaboration cafe with the TV anime You and I Are Polar Opposites at Sharen CAFE.
The collaboration cafe’s theme is “Retro Pop,” and newly illustrated mini characters including Suzuki and Tani will appear on original merchandise.
Originalコラボメニュー注文制限は1名につきフード4点・ドリンク4点まで
Original来店予約は2026年10月7日（水）18:00から先着制で開始される
The event will run at the Shinjuku Marui Main Building location from Oct. 16 (Fri.) to Nov. 3 (Tue.), 2026. Opening hours are 11:00–21:00.
Online sales will run from Oct. 16 (Fri.), 2026, at 10:00 to Nov. 16 (Mon.) at 10:00.
Customers will receive 1 random original bromide card from a set of 9 for every 2,200 yen (tax included) spent on eligible products.
The original work is You and I Are Polar Opposites by Kocha Agasawa, which was adapted into a TV anime by ラパントラック.
Notice on the signing of a club partnership agreement between 株式会社ネクイノ and 北海道コンサドーレ札幌
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株式会社ネクイノ has signed a club partnership agreement with 北海道コンサドーレ札幌 for the 2026/27 season. As a result, the Toreluna logo will be displayed on official club media and LED signage inside 大和ハウス プレミストドーム.
Facts
株式会社ネクイノ has signed a club partnership agreement with 株式会社コンサドーレ for the 2026/27 season.
The “toreluna” logo will be displayed on the official 北海道コンサドーレ札幌 website and on LED signage inside 大和ハウス プレミストドーム.
Toreluna covers the cost of napkins through advertising revenue from digital signage inside private stalls, so users incur no costs.
北海道コンサドーレ札幌 is a J.League soccer team based in Hokkaido that has been active since the club was founded in 1996.
株式会社ネクイノ was established on June 3, 2016. Its mission is “Re▷designing medical spaces and experiences around the world.”
Toreluna began full-scale operations in May 2024.
Smurna launched in June 2018, and Smurna for Biz has been offered since 2020.
Safie to hold the “Safie Future Resolution Summit 2026”
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セーフィー株式会社 held the “Safie Future Resolution Summit 2026” on Oct. 5, 2026. Approximately 750 people from politics and business, startups, and frontline leadership attended the 3rd edition of this invitation-only conference. Under the theme “Frontline AX・AI Transformation,” the event featured 9 sessions in total: 3 plenary sessions and 6 breakout sessions. Participants discussed ways to solve frontline challenges and foster co-creation through dialogue across industry boundaries.
Facts
Approximately 750 people from across industries gathered as participants and speakers.
We are pleased to announce that the “Safie Future Resolution Summit 2026” (hereinafter, “Rezosami”) was held on Oct. 5, 2026.
A total of 9 sessions were held: 3 plenary sessions and 6 breakout sessions.
At this event, now in its 3rd year,
Share based on the number of registered cameras by engine (54.3%)
AI is advancing so rapidly that the world is being updated every 2 weeks.
This is an invitation-only conference held by Safie since 2024.
The 19th Kawasaki International Eco-Tech Fair will be held to help solve challenges through matchmaking in environmental technologies. More than 130 companies and organizations will exhibit.
～A 100% vegetable and fruit blend※1 with the rich sweetness and mellow depth of Arida mandarins from Wakayama Prefecture～ Seasonal limited-edition “Vegetable Life 100 Arida Mandarin Mix” launches
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カゴメ株式会社 announced that it will launch “Vegetable Life 100 Arida Mandarin Mix” nationwide for a limited time, from Nov. 3, 2026, through mid-January 2027, as part of its seasonal “Vegetable Life 100” series. The 100% vegetable and fruit blend makes the most of the rich sweetness and mellow depth of Arida mandarins from Wakayama Prefecture. It contains no added sugar and provides 1 day’s worth of vitamin C. The package will feature the logo of the Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System “Stone-Walled Terraced Citrus Orchard System of the Arida and Shimotsu Region.”
Facts
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026
Available for a limited time through mid-January 2027
195ml (carton)
270 days
around ¥155
50% vegetable juice + 50% fruit juice = 100%
“Megumi Meguru Action!” was launched in January 2026.
Terra Drone announces Terra Studio, software that unifies point cloud analysis and editing for Terra LiDAR and Terra SLAM
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Terra Drone株式会社 (Terra Drone) announced Terra STUDIO, point-cloud analysis and editing software that enables users to perform everything from analyzing 3D point-cloud data captured with Terra LiDAR and Terra SLAM to creating ground data in a single environment. Terra LiDAR 4 supports GNSS and IMU analysis and alignment between flight paths, while the Terra SLAM series supports integrated SLAM analysis, centralizing the entire post-survey point-cloud analysis and editing workflow. Customers can now handle in-house processing that they previously outsourced to cloud analysis services, and choose between cloud and in-house analysis to suit each project and their organizational setup. The official launch date and pricing will be announced once decided.
Facts
More than 3000 projects delivered across surveying, inspection, agriculture and flight operations management
UTM provided through our group has been deployed in 10 countries worldwide
Ranked among the top 2 industrial drone service companies every year since 2019
Ranked No. 1 worldwide in 2024
At the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry’s Japan Startup Awards 2025, the company received the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Award in recognition of its highly rated efforts to address social issues in the land, infrastructure, transport and tourism sector
Companies mentioned：Terra Drone株式会社、Drone Industry Insights
WACUL to speak at “The AI Generation’s Rapid Advance: Are Breakneck Results on the Front Lines About Efficiency or Losing Control?”
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株式会社WACUL will speak at the online conference “The AI Generation’s Rapid Advance: Are Breakneck Results on the Front Lines About Efficiency or Losing Control?”, to be held from October 20 to 23, 2026. Maya Ogai, manager in the AI Analyst Business Division, will present “In the AI Era, How Can You Assess the Results of Marketing Initiatives?—Using GA4 Access Analytics to Identify Areas for Improvement and Applying AI.” The event is organized by 株式会社マーケメディア, and participation is free.
Facts
October 20 (Tue.)–October 23 (Fri.), 2026
Used at 40,000 sites to date
More than 12,000 initiatives implemented and results measured
Yazaki Corporation adopts Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications to transform its finance operations
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日本オラクル株式会社 announced that 矢崎総業株式会社 has adopted Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications to renew its financial accounting system. Yazaki is an automotive parts manufacturer whose main product is wire harnesses. To respond to changes in the business environment accompanying the shift to EVs and SDVs, it will move from an on-premises financial accounting system to a highly scalable cloud platform. The initiative aims to consolidate and visualize globally distributed financial accounting data and build a data foundation in preparation for the use of AI.
Facts
Tokyo — October 6, 2026
Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market (securities code: 4716)
[ニューエラ] New store “ニューエラ大阪梅田サウス” to open at Diamor Osaka on November 12 (Thu.)
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Global sports and lifestyle brand ニューエラ will open ニューエラ大阪梅田サウス (NEW ERA® UMEDA SOUTH), its 3rd store in the Osaka area, at Diamor Osaka on November 12, 2026 (Thu.). To mark the opening, the store will also launch caps featuring an exclusive design (9FORTY™ and 9THIRTY™, 4,620 yen each) and side patches (1,100 yen).
Facts
ニューエラ大阪梅田サウス (NEW ERA® UMEDA SOUTH), a new store and the 3rd in the Osaka area
[Apparel accessories maker 川辺株式会社] New handkerchief items from BOSS!
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Apparel accessories maker 川辺株式会社 has announced new towel handkerchiefs from the BOSS brand, available in 2 patterns: check and stripe. Priced at 1,320 yen each (tax included) and measuring approximately 25×25 cm, they will roll out from mid-October 2026 at handkerchief counters in major department stores and the Kawabe online shop. The designs feature a small bear embroidery accent to mark Teddy Bears’ Day on October 27, and are also expected to appeal to gift buyers.
Facts
Price: ¥1,320 each (tax included)
Size: approx. 25 × 25 cm
Release: Scheduled to roll out from mid-October 2026
October 27 is Teddy Bears’ Day
Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th president of the United States
UNIVER23 announces its first European tour! Heading to Brussels, Belgium, in October 2026 to appear at “Heroes World featuring Made in Asia 2026”
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UNIVER23, a 7-member dance and vocal group based in Tokyo, announced that it will perform at “Heroes World featuring Made in Asia 2026,” a major pop culture festival taking place at Brussels Expo in Brussels, Belgium, on October 17 and 18, 2026. Following Bangkok, Thailand, in August 2026, this will be the group’s 2nd country and its first European tour. Members shared their enthusiasm, highlights to watch for and expectations for the event.
Facts
Dates: October 17 (Sat.) and 18 (Sun.), 2026
Doors: Saturday 10:00–19:00 / Sunday 10:00–17:00
“From Tokyo’s 23 wards to the world”—the next stage is Europe.
The performance in Belgium will be UNIVER23’s 2nd country after Thailand.
In August 2026, UNIVER23 completed its first overseas tour in Bangkok, Thailand.
MARK STYLER株式会社 announced that MURUA, its women’s fashion brand, will unveil autumn looks featuring actor and model Alisa Yagi on October 6, 2026, through its official online store, RUNWAY channel. The release is the 3rd installment of a casting project commemorating the brand’s 20th anniversary, and features styling that includes reissued items.
Facts
Commemorating the brand’s 20th anniversary
Available from October 6, 2026, on the official online store RUNWAY channel
Long double-breasted trench coat: 24,200 yen (tax included)
Gradient faux-fur blouson: 19,800 yen (tax included)
2 days of bringing humanoid robots to life. Applications open for the Kitakyushu Physical AI Hackathon 2026!
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北九州市 is accepting applications for the Kitakyushu Physical AI Hackathon 2026, which will be held on November 28 and 29, 2026, at GYMLABO on Kyushu Institute of Technology’s Tobata Campus. Participants will work over 2 days to solve challenges using humanoid robots. The event is open to technical college, university and graduate students, as well as young professionals, among others. Capacity is approximately 30 participants, and participation is free.
Facts
November 28 (Sat.) and 29 (Sun.), 2026, 9:00–20:00 each day
9:00–20:00 each day
Capacity: approximately 30 people
Participation fee: free
Application period: September 15 (Tue.)–November 7 (Sat.), 2026
Participation notifications: November 11 (Wed.), 2026 (tentative)
28 handpicked techniques for winning at mahjong again and again, revealed by the inaugural M League MVP! “The Art of Winning at Mahjong” goes on sale October 5!
【Free report released】The main way to find coin parking is shifting from “signs” to “the internet.” The importance of Google Maps, which more than half of users open first
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株式会社カンリー has released a free report, “A Survey on How People Find Coin Parking,” for the coin-parking industry. It found that 66.1% of users start searching “before arriving at their destination,” and that more than half open Google Maps as their first source of information. The report highlights the importance of preparing information in advance and optimizing Google Maps listings.
Facts
66.1% of people looking for coin parking start searching “before arriving at their destination”
More than half open Google Maps as their first source of information
Leveraging map data from the “Canly Store Promotion” system, which centrally manages information for approximately 130,000 or more stores
★Event information★ Starting October 20 (Tue.)—A POP UP STORE for the “Medarot” video game series is coming to ハンズ大宮店!
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株式会社CRAZY BUMP announced that it will hold a “Medarot POP UP STORE” at ハンズ大宮店 from October 20 (Tue.) to November 19 (Thu.), 2026. The store will feature a wide range of new merchandise inspired by characters from across the history of the “Medarot” game series by イマジニア株式会社, first released in 1997. The series has shipped more than 3.3 million copies in total.
Facts
The first game was released by イマジニア株式会社 on November 28, 1997
The series has shipped more than 3.3 million copies in total
Dates: October 20 (Tue.), 2026–November 19 (Thu.)
Hours: 10:00–21:00
Looking ahead to the series’ 30th anniversary in 2027
The smartphone app “Medarot Survivor” is marking its 1st anniversary
“Medarot S” is celebrating its 6th anniversary
Metabee T-shirt / 5,500 yen (tax included)
Key Visual pullover hoodie / 11,000 yen (tax included)
Tenugui hand towel / 1,650 yen (tax included)
Acrylic stand, 30 designs / 1,100 yen each (tax included)
Blind double-sided acrylic keychain, 20 designs / 990 yen each (tax included)
Blind bonus-style sticker, 12 designs / 440 yen each (tax included)
Keychains: 2 types in total / ¥2,750 each (tax included)
Acrylic perpetual calendar / 2,970 yen (tax included)
Zenken joins the “Kyushu Semiconductor Human Resource Development Consortium”
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Zenken株式会社 joined the “Kyushu Semiconductor Human Resource Development Consortium,” whose secretariat is run by 九州経済産業局, effective September 15, 2026. Since TSMC subsidiary JASM announced its plans to locate in Kyushu, 251 new semiconductor-related investments have been announced, totaling more than ¥5.6616 trillion, and securing talent has become a challenge. Drawing on its expertise in overseas IT talent development, built through partnerships with 54 technical universities in India, Zenken aims to establish an end-to-end support model for semiconductor-related companies in Kyushu, from training Indian STEM talent to introducing them to employers and helping them stay.
Facts
We joined the “Kyushu Semiconductor Human Resource Development Consortium” effective September 15, 2026
251 new investments totaling more than ¥5.6616 trillion are planned
251 new investments totaling more than ¥5.6616 trillion are planned (as of the end of June 2026; source: 九州経済産業局)
Established: March 29, 2022
The consortium has grown from 45 member organizations at its establishment to 178 (as of the end of June 2026)
Partnering with 54 technical universities in India
More than 260 companies served to date
More than 600 introductions made in total
Japanese-language education leveraging our more than 50 years of expertise in language education
Capital: ¥439,950 thousand (as of June 30, 2026)
Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market (securities code: 7371)
A truly panda-like watch brimming with charm, released as part of the “Power Design Project,” which explores new possibilities for wristwatches
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セイコーウオッチ株式会社 announced that it will release 2 limited-edition models inspired by the panda—one with a white dial and one with a pink dial—as part of the “Power Design Project,” which explores new possibilities for wristwatches. The models will go on sale on Saturday, November 7. The suggested retail price is ¥83,600 (tax included), with limited production of 3,000 and 2,000 watches worldwide.
Facts
The white-dial model (left) is limited to 3,000 watches worldwide
The pink-dial model (right) is limited to 2,000 watches worldwide
Worldwide limited edition: 3,000 watches (including 300 in Japan)
Worldwide limited edition: 2,000 watches (including 200 in Japan)
Suggested retail price (tax included): ¥83,600
Scheduled release date: November 7 (Sat.)
Preorders open at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, October 7
[Outer diameter] 43.0 mm
[Thickness] 14.6 mm
Quartz movement, Caliber 8T61
Time accuracy: average monthly deviation of ±15 seconds
It can measure speeds of up to 30 km/h, said to be the panda’s top speed
In 1913, セイコー completed “Laurel,” Japan’s first domestically produced wristwatch
The “Power Design Project” launched in 2001 and ran through 2009
It was revived in 2022, 13 years later, and continues to this day
About 2 months remain until the collaboration event ends! Celebrate Attack on Titan’s Armin Arlert’s birthday on Awaji Island! TV anime “Attack on Titan” × Nijigen no Mori collaboration event: “Armin Birthday Commemorative Original Sticker”
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株式会社ニジゲンノモリ announced that, as about 2 months remain until the end of its TV anime “Attack on Titan” collaboration event at Nijigen no Mori, an anime park in Awaji Island Park in Hyogo Prefecture (March 14–December 13, 2026), it will distribute a limited number of “Armin Birthday Commemorative Original Stickers” to mark the birthday of Armin Arlert on November 3. The giveaway is the 6th installment in its character birthday series.
Facts
Starting November 3, a limited number of “Armin Birthday Commemorative Original Stickers” will be given away
Saturday, March 14, 2026–Sunday, December 13, 2026
Originalコミックス全34巻はシリーズ累計発行部数1憶4000万部を越える
All 34 volumes of the manga
The comics have been published in 18 languages in more than 180 countries worldwide
Published in 18 languages in more than 180 countries worldwide
Walking through 1.2 km of forest at night
① “Attack on Titan THE NIGHT WALK -To the Other Side of the Wall-” admission ticket: Adults (ages 12 and older), 3,600–4,000 yen
Children (11 and under): 1,600–2,000 yen
② “Attack on Titan Stamp Rally in ニジゲンノモリ” experience ticket: 800 yen
③ “Attack on Titan Mystery Quest: Search for the Missing Hange — Main Quest: ニジゲンノモリ Edition”: 2,000 yen
④ “Attack on Titan Mystery Quest: Titan Capture Operation — Sub Quest: At-Home Edition”: 1,500 yen
⑤ Day-and-night combo ticket (①+③): Adults (12 and older) ¥5,400–¥5,800
⑥ Premium bundle ticket (①＋②＋③＋④): Adults (ages 12 and older), 6,800–7,200 yen
“Acrylic stand (4 types in total)” / 1,210 yen (tax included)
Stained-glass-style coaster, 7 types / random, 990 yen each (tax included)
Complete edition: ¥6,930 (tax included)
“Captain Levi’s quote memo pad” / 1,045 yen (tax included)
“Cube-shaped pin badge (8 types in total, random)” / 385 yen (tax included)
Sanrio’s hugely popular character Gudetama gets a new lineup of limited-edition items at サンキューマート! All items are 390 yen (429 yen including tax), launching in early November
F&LC and Kyoritsu launch joint venture FOOD & LIFE KYORITSU MARINE to secure a stable supply of marine resources
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株式会社FOOD & LIFE COMPANIES (F&LC) and 株式会社協立 established the joint venture 株式会社FOOD & LIFE KYORITSU MARINE in Mishima, Shizuoka Prefecture, on October 1, 2026, to secure a stable supply of marine resources from sustainable sources. Focusing on the unique characteristics of Suruga Bay, the venture will support yellowtail (hamachi) farming and strengthen the supply chain. The fish are scheduled to go on sale at some スシロー locations from October 2026 under the name “Fujisan Hamachi.”
Facts
Capital: 100 million yen
Equity stake: 株式会社FOOD & LIFE COMPANIES 60% / 株式会社協立 40%
The yellowtail is scheduled to be sold from October 2026 at some スシロー locations under the name “Fujisan Hamachi” (limited quantities).
Companies mentioned：株式会社FOOD & LIFE COMPANIES、株式会社協立、株式会社FOOD & LIFE KYORITSU MARINE、有限会社 丸高水産、スシロー
OKI to launch the “MC554dnw,” an A4 color multifunction printer with the smallest footprint in its class
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OKI (Oki Electric Industry Co., Ltd.) announced that it will launch the “MC554dnw,” an A4 color multifunction printer with the smallest footprint in its class, on October 6, 2026. Designed for offices in fields such as healthcare and nursing care, the compact device combines printing, copying, scanning and faxing, and comes with a 5-year free warranty service. Shipments are scheduled to begin in early November 2026. The unit measures 410 mm wide × 429 mm deep × 483 mm high, with a 10-second warm-up time and first-print times of 8.4 seconds in color and 7.4 seconds in monochrome.
Facts
The A4 color multifunction printer “MC554dnw” will go on sale from October 6, 2026.
Shipments are scheduled to begin in early November 2026.
Dimensions: 410 mm wide × 429 mm deep × 483 mm high
Warm-up time after waking from sleep mode is 10 seconds
First-print time is 8.4 seconds in color
and 7.4 seconds in monochrome.
It comes with a 5-year free warranty service (Note 1).
Among A4 color LED/laser multifunction printers with continuous print speeds of 32 ppm or higher (A4, single-sided)
Currently available on the market as of April 2026
A new Christmas cake with a rich, indulgent flavor! “GODIVA Le Grand Chocolat Cake”
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ゴディバ ジャパン株式会社 is launching the Christmas cake “GODIVA Le Grand Chocolat Cake.” This rich chocolate cake features 4 layers of dark chocolate ganache and génoise. Reservations will open in early October 2026 through catalogs from major department stores nationwide. It will be available from December 10, 2026, through the online shop and from December 23, 2026, at GODIVA shops. Department store orders can be picked up on December 24–25. The price is 5,400 yen (including tax), or 6,372 yen for the online-exclusive version (including frozen shipping).
Facts
“GODIVA Le Grand Chocolat Cake” / 5,400 yen
“GODIVA Le Grand Chocolat Cake, shipping included, online exclusive” / 6,372 yen (including frozen shipping)
6 cm long × 15 cm wide × 7.5 cm high; serves 4–5
6 cm long × 15 cm wide × 7.5 cm high
Rich dark chocolate ganache and moist génoise are layered 4 deep
Reservations (scheduled): Early October–early December 2026
GODIVA online shop (https://www.godiva.co.jp/shop/) From Thursday, December 10, 2026
Select GODIVA shops nationwide (https://www.godiva.co.jp/shop/a/aCCLG/) From Wednesday, December 23, 2026
A special collaboration between hugely popular brands is here! The long-awaited triple-collaboration BAG SERIES by MARY QUANT × THEATER PRODUCTS × PUBLUX has arrived.
[SBI Securities] Expanding the “Parent-Child asobi and manabi Classroom,” where families learn through play, supported by SBI Securities
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株式会社SBI証券 and 株式会社biima will expand the scale of their family-participation financial education event, “Parent-Child asobi and manabi Classroom Supported by SBI Securities,” starting in September 2026. About 3,000 parents and children took part in the first series, with more than 90% reporting satisfaction. The second series will be held in the Tokyo metropolitan area as well as the Kansai and Tokai regions, with support from 15–20 local governments. The initiative aims to expand opportunities for financial education ahead of the planned launch of “Children’s NISA” in January 2027.
Facts
Approximately 3,000 parents and children took part in the first installment of these classes, which began in June 2026.
More than 90% of respondents to the participant survey said they were “satisfied.”
Approximately half of participating households said they “did not know much about Children’s NISA.”
While approximately 80% of parents said they thought financial education was “important,”
37.5% of those with securities accounts
compared with just 21.8% of those without accounts
eiicon releases “OI REPORT 2026,” analyzing “the execution mechanisms that determine OI outcomes” based on data from 192 cases
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株式会社eiicon has released “OI REPORT 2026,” analyzing the “execution mechanisms” that determine OI outcomes based on data from 192 cases. The report found that dedicated departments directly overseen by management and the combination of multiple methods were associated with results.
Facts
Among companies reporting results, 56.2% said they had a dedicated department directly overseen by management
Among companies reporting no results, 33.3% said they had a dedicated department directly overseen by management
The share saying that “dedicated organizations and personnel should be assigned” was 90.4% among companies reporting results and 88.5% among those reporting no results
The rate of reporting results was 60.6% among companies practicing 3 or more methods for creating new businesses
The president and representative director of 株式会社eiicon is 中村 亜由子
株式会社eiicon is headquartered on the 2nd floor of Toranomon 36 Mori Building, 3-4-7 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo
株式会社eiicon was established on April 3, 2023
“AUBA” has created more than 100,000 matching opportunities, drawing on a corporate network of more than 40,000 companies
“AUBA” received certification under the international standard “ISO 56001” in 2025
“Kirin” and “Gore Magala” models join the Monster Hunter series of engagement and wedding rings, “Hunter’s Ring,” on October 6
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株式会社ユートレジャー is adding 2 new monster designs, “Kirin” and “Gore Magala,” to “Hunter’s Ring,” its bridal ring collaboration with 株式会社カプコン’s popular Monster Hunter game series. The new rings go on sale October 6, 2026, bringing the lineup to 17 designs. Engagement rings are priced at 264,000 yen, and wedding rings at 158,400–171,600 yen. They will be available through the U-Treasure online shop and its Ikebukuro and Shinsaibashi concept stores.
Facts
Goes on sale October 6, 2026 (Tuesday)
Customers can now choose from all 17 designs, including Rathalos, Rathian and Zinogre
The series has sold a cumulative total of 127 million copies (as of March 31, 2026)
Engagement rings: 264,000 yen
Wedding rings: 158,400–171,600 yen
Customers can choose from 5 materials, including platinum 950 with K18 yellow gold and K18 pink gold
Available at the U-Treasure online shop and the Ikebukuro and Shinsaibashi concept stores
Canon IT Solutions sponsors “Security Days Fall 2026 Tokyo,” with a talk and exhibit on responding to the security measures assessment system
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Canon IT Solutions will sponsor “Security Days Fall 2026 Tokyo” and give a talk and exhibit on responding to the SCS assessment system. The talk is scheduled for October 22, and a diagnostic service will be displayed at booth B18.
Facts
キヤノンITソリューションズ株式会社 will sponsor “Security Days Fall 2026 Tokyo.”
The talk will take place on October 22 (Thursday), from 15:50 to 16:30; session ID: A2-11.
The speaker is 中濱禎夫 of the Assessment Section, Advanced Security Technology Department, キヤノンITソリューションズ株式会社.
The exhibit will feature the “Security Measures Diagnostic Service: Version for the Security Measures Assessment System.”
The exhibit will support current-state assessments and roadmap development aimed at obtaining ★3 and ★4 ratings under the SCS assessment system.
Yoho Brewing and Seven-Eleven launch limited-quantity craft beer “Limited Edition: Ucho-ten Aliens New World Hop,” developed jointly!
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Seven-Eleven Japan and Yoho Brewing will launch “New World Hop,” a new flavor of their hazy IPA “Ucho-ten Aliens,” in limited quantities at Seven-Eleven stores nationwide starting October 13.
Facts
株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン is launching a new flavor of “Ucho-ten Aliens,” a hazy IPA craft beer developed jointly with 株式会社ヤッホーブルーイング.
Made with New Zealand hops known as “New World Hop,” it has a refreshing, elegant aroma reminiscent of white grapes and a flavor like freshly squeezed juice.
Recommended pairings with items available at Seven-Eleven include Cup Deli octopus and broccoli salad with hand-picked basil, frozen Kin no Margherita pizza, and a fish burger with plenty of tartar sauce.
The president and representative director of Seven-Eleven Japan, the announcer, is 阿久津 知洋.
[Samansa Mos2] New fall styles from the “SA Embroidery” line! “Natural and cute” items for the brand’s 40th anniversary go on sale October 9 (Friday)
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Samansa Mos2（サマンサモスモス） will release 5 new fall/winter styles from its “SA Embroidery Series,” commemorating the brand’s 40th anniversary, on October 9, 2026 (Friday). The items will be available at stores nationwide, on the official CAN ONLINE SHOP, on ZOZOTOWN and elsewhere. The lineup includes a dress, bottoms, a knit cardigan, a knit vest and a triangular shawl, offering a natural and cute aesthetic.
Facts
Samansa Mos2 celebrates its 40th anniversary
New fall/winter items go on sale October 9, 2026 (Friday), at Samansa Mos2 stores nationwide and on the official CAN ONLINE SHOP
The latest content, “ADORE clothes that move me forward,” featuring model Yuri Ebihara, goes live on October 1 (Tuesday).
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株式会社TSI’s fashion brand ADORE will release new content, “ADORE clothes that move me forward,” featuring model Yuri Ebihara, on October 1 (Tuesday). The campaign coincides with the phased launch of sales beginning in October 2026.
Facts
ADORE, operated by 株式会社TSI, will release its latest content, “ADORE clothes that move me forward,” featuring model Yuri Ebihara, from October 1 (Tuesday).
In the visuals, model Yuri Ebihara embodies the image of women portrayed by ADORE.
The new products will go on sale in phases starting in October 2026.
Sales channels are ADORE stores nationwide and the official ADORE online store, “mix.tokyo.”
株式会社TSI is headquartered in Minato Ward, Tokyo. Its Representative Director, President and CEO is Takeshi Shimoji.
The name ADORE comes from words meaning “love” and “to fall in love with.”
For inquiries about ADORE products, call 03-5785-6425.
“にじさんじ Secret Request Voice,” “にじさんじ Yokai Parody Voice,” and “Voice Visual Cards” to go on sale from 12:00 on Friday, October 9, 2026!
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ANYCOLOR株式会社 announced that it will sell new concept voice content, “にじさんじ Secret Request Voice” and “にじさんじ Yokai Parody Voice,” along with “Voice Visual Cards,” for the VTuber/virtual liver groups にじさんじ and NIJISANJI EN from 12:00 on Friday, October 9, 2026, to 23:59 on Saturday, October 31, 2026.
Facts
Sales begin at 12:00 on Friday, October 9, 2026.
From 12:00 on Friday, October 9, 2026, through 23:59 on Saturday, October 31, 2026.
Key visual set (To-do Kohaku, Hakase Fuyuki): ¥2,400 (tax included)
Liver voice: 1,200 yen each (tax included)
EX voice: 600 yen each (tax included)
Price: 400 yen (tax included)
6 types in total, randomly selected
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Currently has approximately 150 affiliated livestreamers
Companies mentioned：ANYCOLOR株式会社、にじさんじ、NIJISANJI EN
Smartwatches and ring watches from the Puella Magi Madoka Magica series are coming from GARRACK. Preorders begin October 9. The smartwatch goes on sale October 30, and the ring watch on December 11.
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GARRACK, 株式会社ウエニ貿易’s character collaboration brand, is releasing 6 smartwatch models and 5 ring watch models in collaboration with the Puella Magi Madoka Magica series. Preorders begin October 9. The smartwatches go on sale October 30, and the ring watches on December 11. Smartwatches are priced in the low ¥10,000 range, and ring watches cost ¥16,500 (tax included).
Facts
A lineup of 6 models
A lineup of 5 models
Price: 10,890 yen (tax included)
Price: ¥16,500 (tax included)
Preorders begin Friday, October 9.
The smartwatch goes on sale Friday, October 30.
The ring watch goes on sale Friday, December 11.
Up to 10 days of use under normal conditions
Can be used for up to 7 days even with heavy use
Lightweight design weighing just 16 g (without the band)
“26th General Meeting of the Healthy Parents and Children 21 Promotion Headquarters”
Reiwa 8, Nov. 9 (Mon.), 13:00–15:30
Application deadline: Nov. 5 (Thu.), 17:00
Act on the Comprehensive Promotion of Measures to Seamlessly Provide Necessary Healthcare and Other Services to Persons in the Developmental Process, Their Guardians, and Pregnant Women and Women Who Have Recently Given Birth (Act No. 104 of Heisei 30)
From Reiwa 5 onward, … we will promote this as a national movement…
[馬路村農業協同組合 × OMO7 Kochi] “Rewarding Yuzu Stay,” a restorative self-care trip in Kochi, Japan’s top yuzu-producing region!
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OMO7 Kochi, operated by 星野リゾート, is partnering with 馬路村農業協同組合 to offer “Rewarding Yuzu Stay,” a self-care trip showcasing the bounty of yuzu from Kochi, Japan’s leading yuzu-producing region. The program will run from Dec. 1, 2026, to Feb. 28, 2027. Guests can experience the appeal of yuzu throughout their stay, including at the buffet, the large public bath “Tosano-yu,” and on neighborhood walks.
Facts
Period: Dec. 1, 2026–Feb. 28, 2027
馬路村農業協同組合, which offers more than 100 carefully crafted yuzu products
Umaji Village ranked No. 1 nationwide for the share of farmland under organic cultivation (2024).
The 3rd interactive picture book featuring Italian Brainrot, a huge hit with kids: Italian Brainrot Riddle Book goes on sale Oct. 8!
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株式会社宝島社 will release Italian Brainrot Riddle Book, the 3rd interactive picture book featuring the popular meme characters loved by children, on Oct. 8, 2026. The book features more than 300 popular characters illustrated by YouTube creator ザビャン and includes 346 riddles. Designed for parents and children to enjoy together, it has a list price of ¥1,210 (tax included).
Facts
Includes 346 riddles in a wide variety of styles
More than 300 popular characters appear in poses inspired by the riddles
More than 400,000 subscribers
More than 600 million total views (as of September 2026)
A cream revolution 8 years in the making, combining richness with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. One bite, and you’ll never go back. “Famima’s Infinite Cream” launches Tuesday, Oct. 13.
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株式会社ファミリーマート announced that its “Famima’s Infinite Cream, Here It Comes!” campaign will launch at approximately 16,500 FamilyMart stores nationwide on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026, marking its first whipped cream refresh in 8 years. The company has developed a new “Infinite Cream” that combines a rich, indulgent flavor with a light, smooth texture. It will revamp 4 products, including “Cream-Filled Double Choux,” and launch 2 new products, including “Almost All Cream Cake.”
Facts
The campaign will be held at approximately 16,500 FamilyMart stores nationwide.
Celebrated its 45th anniversary in September 2026
Whipped cream revamped for the first time in 8 years
4 products will be revamped
2 new products will be launched
Price: ¥185 (¥199 including tax)
Price: 198 yen (213 yen including tax)
[Price] 230 yen (248 yen including tax)
Price: ¥276 (¥298 including tax)
Price: ¥250 (¥270 including tax)
“Cream-Filled Double Choux” will go on sale with 30% more whipped cream.
During the campaign, 10,000 people will be selected by lottery to receive a free coupon for “Cream-Filled Double Choux.”
We have 10 messages to choose from, including “Help yourself,” “Don’t eat this,” and “So adorable♡.”
We will continue to take on our biggest challenges ever at FamilyMart, based on 8 areas.
The animated open-world RPG The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin will host a livestream of “Nanaori LIVE, Episode 5” at 20:00 on Wednesday, Oct. 7, featuring the latest update information.
The 2nd batch of 5 titles from LOVE: TRACK, a Korean drama romance anthology featuring 10 kinds of love, to stream exclusively as U-NEXT Originals starting Oct. 7
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U-NEXT has announced that it will exclusively stream the 2nd batch of 5 titles from the Korean drama romance anthology LOVE: TRACK as U-NEXT Originals starting at 12:00 on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026. Each title will cost ¥330 (tax included) and be available to watch for 2 days. All 10 titles, including those from the 1st batch, will be available.
Facts
All 10 titles, including those from the 1st batch, will be available, so be sure to watch.
This release features the 5 titles in the 2nd batch.
A romance anthology featuring 10 stories of love in different forms.
The following 5 titles: Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026, at 12:00
Price: ¥330 each (tax included) / Viewing period: 2 days
Enjoy more than 480,000 movies, dramas, anime titles and more
also streaming more than 1.33 million manga and books
Following the service integration with Paravi in July 2023
According to GEM Partners (VOD lineup analysis tool), as of August 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社U-NEXT、USEN&U-NEXT GROUP、株式会社U-NEXT HOLDINGS、KBS Media Ltd.、KBS、Paravi
AION2 AION2 surpasses 400,000 concurrent users on Steam and PURPLE! A flying collaboration with バンジージャパン! Take to the skies in a special collaboration wingsuit!
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エヌ・シー・ジャパン株式会社 announced that, immediately after the official launch of AION2, a cross-world MMORPG developed by NC Corporation, concurrent users on Steam and PURPLE surpassed 400,000. It is also holding a collaboration with バンジージャパン, which operates Gifu Bungee in Gifu Prefecture, Japan’s longest bungee jump at 215m. Running from Oct. 5, 2026 to Mar. 3, 2027, the collaboration will feature a specially designed collaboration wingsuit and promotional campaigns.
Facts
The combined number of concurrent users (CCU) on Steam and PURPLE surpassed 400,000.
At Gifu Bungee, Japan’s longest bungee jump at 215m
Fly freely around a world 36 times the size of the one in the previous game, Tower of AION.
It also ranked 1st on country- and region-specific charts in 15 markets, including Japan, Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, the United Kingdom and the United States.
It ranked 1st simultaneously in 3 Steam categories: “Top Sellers,” based on sales revenue; “Popular New Releases”; and “Trending Free.”
Posters for AION2 and giant flags will appear at all 6 バンジージャパン-operated facilities across Japan.
20 AION2 custom mouse pads (winners selected by lottery)
4 バンジージャパン free tickets (each valid for 1 visit to any of the 8 facilities; winners selected by lottery)
5 winners (selected by lottery) will receive 24 250ml cans of レッドブル energy drink.
A total of 24 VTubers will join AION2, split between the Elyos and Asmodians.
Along with all 8 classes, the game features solo content and dungeons for groups of various sizes.
[Daimaru Shinsaibashi] Autumn Chestnut Sweets Fair! Get a “ぷっ栗シール” sticker featuring Decchi-kun wearing a chestnut and Mont Blanc hat!
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Daimaru Shinsaibashi will hold its “Autumn Chestnut Sweets Fair” in October. The store will offer popular chestnut sweets from shops including りくろーおじさんの店, 黒船, 京都祇園 あのん and エクチュア. The first 500 customers at each shop who spend at least ¥3,000 including tax on eligible items will receive a “ぷっ栗シール” sticker featuring the character でっちーくん wearing a chestnut and Mont Blanc hat. There are 15 designs in all.
Facts
¥1,080 including tax (set of 3)
¥378 including tax (1 piece)
¥1,998 including tax (10 sheets/5 sets)
¥1,512 including tax (set of 3)
Limited to 20 per day
A “ぷっ栗シール” sticker will be given to the first 500 customers at each shop.
muque announced as the 2nd-wave performer! 3-act live show with go!go!vanillas and Lucky Kilimanjaro set for “Orange Station Live 2026”
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muque, a 3-piece band from Fukuoka, has been announced as the 2nd-wave performer for “Orange Station Live 2026,” a music event hosted by TOKYO FM and FWD生命. The 3-act live show with go!go!vanillas and Lucky Kilimanjaro will take place at Zepp Haneda(TOKYO) on Dec. 3, 2026.
Facts
Thursday, Dec. 3, 2026
Doors open 17:30 / Show starts 19:00
¥5,800 (tax included; drinks sold separately; all standing)
Art media outlet ARToVILLA to exhibit as a media partner at “CURATION⇄FAIR Kyoto 2026” | Kawai Yujin, Kunimatsu Kineta and Hasegawa Seikichi present “Living Gazes and Consciousness”
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ARToVILLA, the art media outlet operated by 株式会社大丸松坂屋百貨店, will exhibit as a media partner at “CURATION⇄FAIR Kyoto 2026.” An exhibition titled “Living Gazes and Consciousness,” featuring 3 artists—Kawai Yujin, Kunimatsu Kineta and Hasegawa Seikichi—will be held at the main entrance hall of Myokakuji Temple. The exhibition runs from Nov. 6 to 8, 2026.
Original株式会社パルコが運営する池袋PARCOが、2026年10月16日(金)から10月20日(火)の5日間、約1年にわたるリニューアルの完成を記念した『RENEWAL CELEBRATION』を開催。本館2F中心に約60ショップで限定アイテムや先行販売を行い、Pickyou×STUDY『MAKE NEW FRIENDS』、Droptokyo『SECRET BASE』などの一夜限定イベント、古着セレクトショップ「Tem」のPOP UP、トークセッションなどを実施する。
Facts
For 5 days, from Oct. 16 (Fri.) to Oct. 20 (Tue.), 2026
Exclusive items, advance-sale products and special events will be offered at around 60 shops.
Centered on the main building’s 2nd floor, where a total of 5 stores will open on Oct. 16 (Fri.)
■ Date and time: Oct. 16 (Fri.), 18:00–21:00
■ Hours: 14:00–21:00 (some activities start at 16:00)
Oct. 17 (Sat.), 13:00–17:00: “YUICHI TOYAMA.”
3 colors / ¥33,000 including tax
An original keychain will be given to customers who spend at least ¥44,000 including tax.
For the first 100 customers who spend at least ¥33,000 including tax
A playing-card novelty from CELLDIVISION, a new brand spun off from guernika, for the first 100 customers
The first 100 customers who spend ¥11,000 or more, including tax
Customers who spend ¥5,000 or more, including tax, will receive a “SKULLPANDA clear file”
Customers who spend ¥14,000 or more, including tax, will receive a “Twinkle Twinkle eye mask”
Spend ¥20,000 or more, including tax, during the campaign period (purchases from multiple stores during the campaign period may be combined)
Receive ¥1,000 in 池袋PARCO shopping vouchers for every ¥10,000 spent, including tax (purchases from multiple stores during the campaign period may be combined)
Receive ¥1,000 in 池袋PARCO shopping vouchers as a gift
※Shopping vouchers received in exchange are limited to a maximum value of ¥10,000
“MAX10％ PAY BACK” campaign for payments made with a PARCO Card or via Pokepal Pay
90万 followers worldwide on Instagram
Approximately 53万 followers in Japan
“SONIC the Exhibition –ACROSS GENERATIONS–,” running from Oct. 9 (Fri.) to Nov. 1 (Sun.)
Companies mentioned：株式会社パルコ、池袋PARCO、Pickyou、STUDY、Droptokyo、Tem、kolor、Y's / Y's for men、destination tokyo、guernika、CELLDIVISION、HYSTERIC GLAMOUR、and wander、POP MART、SKULLPANDA、Twinkle Twinkle、ATRIUM、YUICHI TOYAMA.、YUICHI TOYAMA:5、外山雄一、MIZUNO SHOP、EVANGELION STORE TOKYO-01、PARCO FACTORY、SEGA、ガラージュ、釣部東京、JFRカード㈱、PARCO、PICNIC
Around 1万 books with a unique lineup gather at 福岡PARCO! BOOK MEETS FUKUOKA 2026 ～Into the Forest of Books～
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The large-scale book event “BOOK MEETS FUKUOKA 2026 ～Into the Forest of Books～,” organized by Fukuoka independent bookstore ブックスキューブリック, will be held at 福岡PARCO from Oct. 23 (Fri.) to Nov. 8 (Sun.), 2026. Around 1万 books from 35 small and midsize publishers across Japan and 9 independent bookstores in the prefecture will be brought together. The event will also feature a highly recommended books corner, a pop-up outdoor used-book fair, an in-building book exchange, a comment library, and a book recommendation corner for readers seeking advice. Admission is free.
Facts
35 distinctive small and midsize publishers from across Japan
9 independent bookstores in the prefecture that have gained popularity with their distinctive styles
Collect 7 or more stamps at the 12 participating bookstores
Collect 7 or more stamps to receive original merchandise
[gelato pique(ジェラート ピケ)] The second collaboration, “GELATO PIQUE ♡ Sanrio characters,” goes on sale Oct. 28 (Wed.) at 5 participating limited concept stores
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Loungewear brand gelato pique（ジェラート ピケ） will release its second collaboration with サンリオ characters, “GELATO PIQUE ♡ Sanrio characters,” on Oct. 28 (Wed.) at 5 participating GELATO PIQUE LIMITED CONCEPT STORE locations: 大丸札幌店, 銀座三越店, ジェイアール名古屋タカシマヤ店, 阪急うめだ本店, and 福岡パルコ店. The lineup includes knitwear, cut-and-sew items, accessories, and items from the Sleep series.
Facts
5 participating GELATO PIQUE LIMITED CONCEPT STORE locations
Wednesday, Oct. 28
Oct. 28, 2026 (Wed.)–Nov. 3, 2026 (Tue., holiday)
[LADIES] Baby Moco jacquard cardigan ¥13,420
Baby Moco jacquard pullover and long pants set ¥17,490
[Sleep] Multi-cover ¥13,970
[BABY] Bib ¥3,960
Purchases are limited to 1 item per product, color, and size per person.
A seminar titled “How Will the Medical and Healthcare Industries Change?” featuring Takashi Tominaga, president and AI architect at （株）ICTソリューション・コンサルティング, will be held on Nov. 6 (Fri.), 2026!
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Shin Shakai System Sogo Kenkyujo Co., Ltd. (SSK) announced that it will hold a seminar titled “How Will the Medical and Healthcare Industries Change?” on Nov. 6 (Fri.), 2026. The speaker will be Takashi Tominaga, president and AI architect at 株式会社ICTソリューション・コンサルティング. He will discuss the 2040 issue facing Japan’s universal health insurance system and structural changes in the medical and healthcare industries driven by the AI revolution. Attendees can participate in person, via a live Zoom webinar, or through an archived recording available for 2 weeks.
Facts
Nov. 6, ２０２６ (Fri.), 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Archived stream (available for 2 weeks; watch as many times as you like at a time that suits you)
Japan’s universal health insurance system, established in 1961, is said to be almost completely dismantled by 2040 at the latest.
It is said to be almost completely dismantled by 2040 at the latest
One theory holds that the collapse of national systems follows a 78–80-year cycle (The Fourth Turning)
Healthcare can be analyzed as a key national system across 4 periods (20x4).
By 2040, all members of the baby boomer junior generation will be elderly (65 and older).
Founded on December 6, 1996; more than 28 years in business
Plans and hosts approximately 500 business seminars for corporate clients annually