AI News 180m Report

2026-10-07 09:00–12:00 JST

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One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 985 items from 4 sources; Taiwan, 119 items from 9 sources.

One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

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Original【石川県加賀市】命を守る！DMATカー導入へふるさと納税で支援募集を開始

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Original石川県加賀市は、加賀市医療センターのDMAT（災害派遣医療チーム）専用車両「DMATカー」の導入資金約600万円を確保するため、ふるさと納税サイト「ふるさとチョイス」のガバメントクラウドファンディングで寄附募集を開始した。令和6年能登半島地震と奥能登豪雨の派遣で専用車両不足が課題となり、導入予定車両は日産キャラバン（車椅子・ストレッチャー搬送型）。募集期間は令和8年10月3日～12月31日の90日間。

Facts

  • Vehicle purchase cost: approximately 6 million yen
  • October 3–December 31, Reiwa 8 (90 days)
  • Original令和6年能登半島地震と奥能登豪雨の二度にわたり被災地へ派遣され

Companies mentioned：加賀市、加賀市医療センター、ふるさとチョイス、株式会社トラストバンク、日産

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[Wachifield] The latest “Art Mixture” featuring a combination of original artwork by artist Akiko Ikeda is coming as a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle!

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株式会社やのまん announced that it will release “Dayan of Angels and Demons: Looking Up at the Shining Night Sky Together,” a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle and the latest entry in its original “Art Mixture” series, which combines original artwork by Akiko Ikeda, creator of “Wachifield,” in mid-October 2026. The completed puzzle measures 38×53 cm and costs 2,750 yen, including tax.

Facts

  • 500-piece jigsaw puzzle
  • Price: 2,750 yen (tax included)
  • Completed size: 38×53 cm
  • Release date: Mid-October 2026
  • A long-established company that became the first in Japan to sell jigsaw puzzles in 1973
  • The following year, 1974, it began domestic production of Japan’s first jigsaw puzzles
  • Founded: January 1954

Companies mentioned：株式会社やのまん、Wachifield Licensing, Inc.

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Originalシャングリ・ラ 東京、12月27日から「ストロベリーアフタヌーンティー」を開催

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シャングリ・ラ 東京 will hold its “Strawberry Afternoon Tea” at The Lobby Lounge on the 28th floor from December 27, 2026, to January 31, 2027. The menu features 5 strawberry-themed sweets, 5 savory items and 3 types of scones, along with unlimited servings of “Strawberry Tart.”

Facts

  • Period: December 27, 2026 (Sunday)–January 31, 2027 (Sunday)
  • December 27, 2026 (Sunday)–January 3, 2027 (Sunday): 9,680 yen per person
  • January 4, 2027 (Monday)–January 31, 2027 (Sunday): 8,580 yen per person
  • A 15% service charge will be added.
  • Location: The Lobby Lounge, Lounge & Bar, 28th floor
  • 〇 Sweets (5 items in total)
  • 〇 Savory items (5 in total)
  • The scone selection includes 3 varieties: “Classic,” “Setouchi Lemon” and “Whole Wheat An Butter Sandwich”
  • Inside a hotel with 200 guest rooms
  • シャングリ・ラ 東京 opened on March 2, 2009, as the first hotel in Japan under the シャングリ・ラ brand
  • It celebrated its 17th anniversary in 2026.
  • In a 37-story mixed-use building adjacent to Tokyo Station
  • It occupies the top 11 floors of the Marunouchi Trust Tower Main Building
  • Original2018年より2023年まで6年連続で一流のホスピタリティーを格付けする世界有数のトラベルガイド「フォーブス・トラベルガイド」のホテル部門にて5つ星を獲得
  • It has received a 5-star rating.
  • シャングリ・ラ locations around the world, in more than 100 places

Companies mentioned：シャングリ・ラ 東京、シャングリ・ラ、シャングリ・ラ グループ、シャングリ・ラ サークル、なだ万、ピャチェーレ、フォーブス・トラベルガイド、ケリー、ホテルジェン、トレーダースホテル

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A special collection bringing the world of Fortnite® to the gaming environment is available in limited quantities. SteelSeries and KontrolFreek announce collaboration products with Fortnite

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SteelSeries and KontrolFreek announced a limited-edition collection of gaming devices created in collaboration with the popular online game Fortnite. The lineup includes a wide range of products, including headsets, earphones, mice, mousepads, keyboard keycaps and thumbsticks, featuring designs inspired by popular Fortnite characters and items such as Peely, Water Sprite, Storm, Fishstick, Guff, Battle Bus and Supply Llama. The products are scheduled to go on sale sequentially at electronics retailers nationwide and on Amazon.co.jp and 楽天市場 starting Friday, October 16, 2026. Eligible products include a code to redeem in-game items.

Facts

  • The products are scheduled to go on sale sequentially at electronics retailers nationwide and on Amazon.co.jp and 楽天市場 starting Friday, October 16, 2026.
  • Reference price (tax included): 33,310 yen
  • Reference price (tax included): 21,640 yen
  • Reference price (tax included): 6,080 yen
  • Reference price (tax included): 8,311 yen
  • Reference price (tax included): 13,310 yen
  • Reference price (tax included): 5,750 yen
  • Reference price (tax included): 3,310 yen
  • Reference price (tax included): 2,530 yen
  • Island Code: 9448-1956-0547
  • SteelSeries was founded in Copenhagen, Denmark, in 2001

Companies mentioned：SteelSeries、KontrolFreek、GNグループ、Fortnite、Amazon.co.jp、楽天市場、PlayStation、Nintendo Switch、Xbox

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DS Brand adds another session of its “Practical Seminar on Preparing for Mandatory Stress Checks” on October 22 following popular demand

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株式会社ディーエスブランド announced that, following popular demand for its previous session, it will hold an additional session of its free online seminar, “Practical Seminar on Preparing for Mandatory Stress Checks,” on Thursday, October 22, 2026, to help organizations prepare for the mandatory stress check system. Against the backdrop of a legal revision that will make stress checks mandatory at workplaces with fewer than 50 employees starting in April 2028, the seminar will explain basic knowledge, practical responses and risks for business owners and staff in charge.

Facts

  • Develops and provides the website creation tool (CMS) おりこうブログ, with more than 40,000 licenses adopted to date
  • Starting in April 2028, conducting stress checks will also be mandatory at workplaces with fewer than 50 employees.
  • Date and time: Thursday, October 22, 2026, 14:00–14:40 (recording available for later viewing)
  • Equipped with functions that can address all 7 measures recommended by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare.
  • Date established: November 1, 2005

Companies mentioned：株式会社ディーエスブランド

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Electronic contract service 契約大臣 launches “Seal and Input Fields” feature, allowing seal images to be displayed on documents just as on paper contracts

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株式会社TeraDox launched the “Seal and Input Fields” feature for its electronic contract service 契約大臣 on October 7, 2026, at no additional charge on all plans. The feature allows seal images from both the sender and recipient to be displayed on contracts. It supports the customary practices of paper contracts while promoting the transition to electronic contracts.

Facts

  • Launch date: Wednesday, October 7, 2026
  • Another feature is that even paid plans are affordable, starting at 4,400 yen per month.
  • It is available starting at 0 yen
  • Original印鑑画像は1ユーザー最大4つ：社判と担当印を並べて表示できます。
  • Since its release in May 2021, 契約大臣

Companies mentioned：株式会社TeraDox、契約大臣

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CARTA ZERO VPoD Chikamori to speak at “Findy Data Engineering Summit 2026”

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It was announced that Junpei Chikamori, VPoD at 株式会社CARTA ZERO, will speak at “Findy Data Engineering Summit 2026,” to be held on October 9, 2026, at Tokyo Tatemono Pia Theater & Conference. His presentation will be titled “Offensive and Defensive Data Engineering to Make Business Activities AI Ready.” The event is organized by ファインディ株式会社.

Facts

  • Time: October 9, 2026 (Fri.), 13:00–13:40
  • Date and time: October 9, 2026 (Fri.), 9:20–19:00 / in person
  • Selected for “Snowflake Data Superheroes” for 3 consecutive years since 2024
  • Capital: 60 million yen
  • Established: April 1, 2011

Companies mentioned：株式会社CARTA ZERO、株式会社CARTA HOLDINGS、ファインディ株式会社、Snowflake、AWS、Google Cloud、Zucks

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Razer announces latest line of Xbox controllers for competitive players, the “Wolverine V4”

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Razer announced its “Wolverine V4” series of Xbox controllers for competitive players. The lineup includes 2 products: the wireless “Razer Wolverine V4 Pro” and the wired “Razer Wolverine V4 Tournament Edition.” They feature capacitive thumbstick sensors, a polling rate of up to 8,000Hz, response times of less than 1ms and magnetic interchangeable back buttons. The Pro is priced at 35,980 yen including Japanese tax, while the Tournament Edition is priced at 17,980 yen. Both are scheduled to launch in Japan in December.

Facts

  • Equipped with an ultrafast polling rate of up to 8,000Hz
  • Detects approximately 3,000 levels of stick movement (Note 1)
  • Provides a fast and stable connection of up to 250Hz on Xbox Series X|S
  • Up to 32 times that of a conventional controller
  • Up to 8 times that of an entry-level esports controller
  • Achieves a response time of less than 1ms
  • Precisely adjusts trigger actuation points within a range of 1.3–8.2mm
  • Dead zones can be adjusted within a range of 0–15%
  • Razer Wolverine V4 Pro: 35,980 yen including Japanese tax
  • Razer Wolverine V4 Tournament Edition: 17,980 yen including Japanese tax
  • Used by more than 250 million users
  • Available for use with more than 68,000 game titles
  • Issued in Irvine, California, United States, on October 6, 2026

Companies mentioned：Razer、Razer Japan株式会社、Shopify Rebellion

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Oita students get a firsthand look at “careers in space” at “OITA FUTURE SPACE JOBS 2026”

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The event “OITA FUTURE SPACE JOBS 2026: My Space Career as Seen from Oita,” which offered junior high and high school students in Oita Prefecture a chance to learn about the realities and future of the space industry, was held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at the Main Government Building’s Main Conference Hall on the 2nd floor of the Oita Prefectural Government Office. 4 speakers from research, government and business gave presentations, followed by a mini-workshop in which participants illustrated “My Space Career as Seen from Oita” and an opportunity to interact with the speakers. The event was organized by 大分県教育委員会, planned and operated by 株式会社Barbara Pool, and supported by 一般社団法人STEAM JAPAN.

Facts

  • Held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at the Main Conference Hall on the 2nd floor of the Oita Prefectural Government Office.
  • Date and time: Saturday, September 19, 2026, 13:00–16:00 (registration opens at 12:30)
  • Registration opens at 12:30
  • 4 presentations from different perspectives followed.
  • Original大分県では、令和3年度から先端科学技術分野等で幅広く活躍できる次世代人材を育成するために大分県STEAM教育事業（次世代人材育成事業・STEAM教育推進事業）をスタートしました。

Companies mentioned：株式会社Barbara Pool、一般社団法人STEAM JAPAN、大分県教育委員会、DeNA、JAXA、兼松株式会社、一般社団法人九州みらい共創、シエラスペース社

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Hanamaruki × ZUTOMAYO: The 3rd special collaboration! Co-developed original packaging for “Nippon no Miso Soup”

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Originalハナマルキ株式会社が音楽アーティスト・ずっと真夜中でいいのに。との第三弾コラボとして「にっぽんのおみそ汁」オリジナルパッケージを発売。奈良・平城京の野外ライブ「文禍伝雷」（2026年10月10日・11日）に合わせ、価格は1400円（税込）で数量限定販売。

Facts

  • Originalハナマルキ株式会社は音楽アーティスト・ずっと真夜中でいいのに。とのコラボレーション第三弾として「にっぽんのおみそ汁（4食入り）」オリジナルパッケージを数量限定で発売する。
  • Original発売は2026年10月10日（土）・11日（日）に国営平城宮跡歴史公園で開催される野外ライブ「特別公演祭 LEGACY ZOMBIE LABO『文禍伝雷』奈良・平城京」に合わせて行われる。
  • The product is priced at 1,400 yen (tax included).
  • The package features a Japanese-style design created for the event, with an illustration of a ship carrying Japanese envoys to Tang China and うにぐりくん. When the lid is opened, there is a character gimmick that only purchasers can discover.
  • It will be sold at 3 locations: advance online orders through ZUTOMAYO MART (until 23:59 on Oct. 7), ZUTOMAYO MART Nara Outpost (sales begin Oct. 8), and the event venue’s Festival Area (Oct. 10 and 11 only).
  • The first collaboration was launched in March 2022 as “Sugu Uma Cup Miso Soup, Fried Eggplant and Ginger Flavor, with Limited-Edition Chives,” and the second as “Sugu Uma Cup Oatmeal, Chicken Paitan, Extra Nira, with Limited-Edition Ginger.” The collaboration is affectionately known among fans as “Zutomaruki.”
  • Originalイベント開催日時は2026年10月10日（土）・11日（日）開場15:30／開演17:30、会場は平城宮跡歴史公園 中央区朝堂院 特設会場。

Companies mentioned：ハナマルキ株式会社

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Original【食堂決済の選定基準に関する調査】人事・総務責任者の約9割が「給与天引き対応」を有用と回答 「スマホ1つで完結」も約8割が支持

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Original心幸ホールディングス株式会社が、社員食堂を設置する従業員100名以上の企業の人事・総務責任者111名を対象に「社員食堂のキャッシュレス化と券売機代替に関する実態調査【法人側】」を実施。81.9%がスマホ完結の食堂決済を有用と回答し、給与天引き対応は87.3%が支持、84.6%が券売機不要のシステムを検討したいと回答。選定基準は月額コストの安さ（55.9%）、スマホで完結（50.5%）、初期費用の低さ（45.9%）が上位となった。

Facts

  • Survey of 111 HR and general affairs managers
  • Original人事・総務責任者の81.9%が、社員食堂の決済が従業員のスマートフォン1つで完結（券売機・POSレジを使わずに済む）できることを「有用」と実感
  • “Strongly agree” accounted for 44.1%.
  • “Somewhat agree” accounted for 37.8%.
  • “Being able to complete payments through payroll deduction” was supported by 87.3%.
  • “Strongly agree” accounted for 46.8%.
  • “Somewhat agree” accounted for 40.5%.
  • A total of 84.6% of managers said they would consider it.
  • “Low monthly costs” ranked first at 55.9%.
  • “Payments can be completed on employees’ smartphones” accounted for 50.5%.
  • “Low initial costs (no need to purchase ticket machines, POS terminals, etc.)” accounted for 45.9%.
  • Original人事・総務責任者の85.5%が、社員食堂の決済と、社内売店・置き社食・備品購買等の決済が1つのシステムに統合されていることを「有用」と回答
  • A total of 60.3% of HR and general affairs managers plan to consider cashless payments or reviewing payment systems for employee cafeterias within the next 1–3 years.
  • “Both cash and cashless payments are available” ranked first at 57.7%.
  • “Inventory can be managed for each menu item” accounted for 36.9%.
  • Companies with 100 or more employees that have an employee cafeteria

Companies mentioned：心幸ホールディングス株式会社、IDEATECH

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[Up to 50% off] fcl.’s HiAce interior lights are 10% off during Amazon Prime Big Deal Days

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Original株式会社WiNEEDS HOLDINGSは、車・バイク用カスタムパーツ専門店エフシーエル(fcl.)のハイエース200系専用LEDルームランプ9点セットについて、2026年10月13日～19日に開催されるAmazonプライム感謝祭にて10%OFF、通常価格8,980円を8,082円で販売すると発表した。エフシーエルAmazon店では最大50%OFFセールを実施。

Facts

  • The HiAce-specific LED interior lights featured in this press release are also eligible for the 10% discount.
  • Regular price: 8,980 yen
  • [10% off during Prime Big Deal Days] 8,082 yen
  • Features 16-level dimming with a dedicated remote control
  • A 9-piece set covering everything from the front lights to the license plate lights
  • 1-year warranty
  • Designed specifically for the HiAce 200 Series (models 1–9)
  • Amazon Prime Big Deal Days, running from Oct. 13 to Oct. 19, 2026

Companies mentioned：株式会社WiNEEDS HOLDINGS、エフシーエル(fcl.)、Amazon、エムズガレージ、YouTube

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How are people using the time saved with AI? 66.3% have more capacity at work, using it for “dialogue,” “planning” and “building expertise”

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Originalアクシスコンサルティング株式会社が全国の20～60代就業者を対象にAI活用による業務効率化と働き方の変化に関する実態調査を実施。業務で月1回以上AIを利用する647名（うち勤務先でAI活用が推進・認められている603名が主な集計対象）の結果、66.3%が「仕事に使う時間の余力」を実感し、その使い道は「顧客・社内との対話」37.5%、「企画・新規業務」37.0%、「専門性の向上」34.5%であった。また、83.5%がAI活用による「業務の成果や質の向上」を実感している。

Facts

  • A total of 66.3% said AI use had freed up time.
  • A total of 18.7% said “a lot of time was freed up.”
  • “Some time was freed up” accounted for 47.6%.
  • “Dialogue with clients and colleagues” was the most common response at 37.5%.
  • This was followed by “planning and new tasks” at 37.0%.
  • “Building expertise” accounted for 34.5%.
  • “Dialogue with clients and colleagues” was the most common response at 51.2%.
  • “Planning and new tasks” ranked first at 48.6%.
  • “Producing higher-quality work” accounted for 58.2%.
  • “Checking and revising AI output” was the most common response at 21.4%.
  • “Planning and generating ideas” accounted for 15.9%.
  • “Judgment and decision-making” accounted for 13.9%.
  • A total of 83.5% said their work outcomes or quality had improved.
  • Number of survey respondents: 647
  • Number of respondents included in the main analysis for this release: 603 (426 men and 177 women)
  • Number of screening survey respondents: 6,604
  • Number of employees: 208 (as of the end of September 2026)
  • Capital: 765 million yen

Companies mentioned：アクシスコンサルティング株式会社、株式会社ジャストシステム、株式会社サン・システムプランニング

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Connect and collaborate on AI business in Kyoto! Companies are invited to exhibit booths and take the stage for pitches.

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Original一般社団法人日本スタートアップ支援協会が、2026年10月29日に京都経済センターで「The JSSA KYOTO Meetup Vol.66」を開催し、AI・M&Aブース出展企業20社、AIスタートアップピッチ登壇企業10社、リバースピッチ登壇企業5社を募集している。さくらインターネット株式会社 代表取締役社長 田中邦裕氏による基調講演をはじめ、AI Agent・AI SaaSによる企業経営、EXIT戦略、M&Aをテーマとした3部構成のトークセッションや、京都銀行など7社のVC/CVCによる壁打ち相談を実施。計300名の参加を見込み、参加費は無料。

Facts

  • Oct. 29, 2026 (Thu.), 13:00–20:30
  • Capacity: 300 people
  • Number of companies sought: 20
  • Scheduled presenters: 10 companies
  • Scheduled presenters: 5 companies
  • 50 VCs, CVCs and angel investors
  • 100 people from major corporations
  • 50 government and local authority representatives
  • 100 startup representatives
  • Original1回60分、定員6名の少人数形式
  • 15-minute one-on-one consultations
  • Held more than 50 times throughout Japan

Companies mentioned：一般社団法人日本スタートアップ支援協会、さくらインターネット株式会社、公益財団法人京都産業21、京都府、京都市、京都商工会議所、一般社団法人京都知恵産業創造の森、京都銀行、RSM清和監査法人、Ridge-i、イルグルム、エージェント、日本エンジェル投資家協会、シナジーマーケティング、大同門、フューチャーベンチャーキャピタル、佐伯アソシエイツ、オンデック、M&Aキャピタルパートナーズ、ストライク、弁理士法人白坂、京都キャピタルパートナーズ、ちゅうぎんキャピタルパートナーズ、京信ソーシャルキャピタル、SMBCベンチャーキャピタル、栖峰投資ワークス、中信ベンチャーキャピタル

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Seminar on the development, regulatory affairs and commercialization strategies for next-generation diagnostics and companion diagnostics

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アイアール技術者教育研究所 will hold a seminar titled “Business Development Strategies for Next-Generation Diagnostics and Companion Diagnostics” in Akihabara, Tokyo, on Nov. 27, 2026. The seminar will provide a systematic overview of the latest trends in in vitro diagnostic products, regulatory requirements, quality assurance, biomarkers and companion diagnostics, infectious disease diagnostics and AMR countermeasures, and AI diagnostic models. Participants will learn key points for commercializing diagnostic products and implementing them in clinical practice.

Facts

  • Date and time: Nov. 27, 2026 (Fri.), 13:00–17:00
  • Capacity: 10 people
  • Original受講料： 49,500円（税込）/1名（複数名受講割引あり）

Companies mentioned：日本アイアール株式会社、アイアール技術者教育研究所、LPSコンサルティング事務所

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primeNumber supports 三井住友カード in building an AI-Ready data platform, adopting the AI data platform “COMETA”

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Data technology company 株式会社primeNumber has adopted the AI data platform “COMETA” to support 三井住友カード株式会社 in building an AI-Ready data platform. COMETA autonomously manages internal context such as metadata and aims to create an environment in which AI can correctly understand data. The initiative targets 3 outcomes: reducing the operational burden of organizing context, sharing business context and analytical knowledge across the organization, and expanding data exploration and analysis without relying on specialized knowledge.

Facts

  • “primeNumber DATA SUMMIT 2026,” to be held on October 15, 2026
  • “TROCCO” is a cloud ETL service adopted by more than 2,500 companies and organizations
  • It can easily and securely connect with approximately 200 services in Japan and overseas
  • ■ Established: November 2015
  • COMETA will be used to pursue the following 3 objectives

Companies mentioned：株式会社primeNumber、三井住友カード株式会社

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3 minutes on foot from Seijogakuen-mae Station: “Phil Park Seijogakuen-mae,” a commercial tenant building, opens in the refined and elegant Seijo area

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株式会社フィル・カンパニー has developed “Phil Park Seijogakuen-mae,” a commercial tenant building located 3 minutes on foot from Seijogakuen-mae Station on the Odakyu Odawara Line in the Seijo area of Setagaya Ward. The building was completed on Aug. 31, 2026. The 2-story steel-frame building, located in a Category I Mid/High-Rise Exclusive Residential District, includes retail space on the 1st floor and 2 coin-operated parking spaces. Tenants are being sought for the building, which is offered in a bare-shell condition.

Facts

  • Approximately 3 minutes on foot from Seijogakuen-mae Station on the Odakyu Odawara Line
  • Site area: 163.63 m²
  • Land-use conditions include a building coverage ratio of 60%
  • 2-story steel-frame building
  • Includes coin-operated parking (for 2 cars)
  • Completion date: Aug. 31, 2026
  • Established: June 3, 2005

Companies mentioned：株式会社フィル・カンパニー

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“SALAD STAND” opens at Haneda Airport Terminal 3, offering salads made with fresh, locally sourced Japanese vegetables 24 hours a day before flights

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株式会社KOMPEITO announced that it will install its next-generation salad vending machine, “SALAD STAND,” on the 3rd floor of the post-departure area of Haneda Airport Terminal 3 starting Oct. 1, 2026. Operating 24 hours a day, it will offer new vegan salads and original smoothies to meet the needs of a wide range of travelers, including visitors to Japan.

Facts

  • Starting Oct. 1, 2026, we will install the next-generation salad vending machine “SALAD STAND” on the 3rd floor of the post-departure area (restricted area) of Haneda Airport Terminal 3.
  • “SALAD STAND” is open 24 hours a day, allowing travelers to conveniently buy food while waiting before late-night or early-morning flights, even when airport restaurants are closed.
  • Adopted by more than 6,600 companies across Japan (※4).
  • Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market (securities code: 618A)
  • Patent No. 6889958
  • TEL: 03-6419-7144
  • 2 types of vegan salads made exclusively with plant-based ingredients, letting you enjoy the delicious flavors of the ingredients.
  • 3 options to choose from based on your mood and needs that day.
  • On the 3rd floor of the post-departure area (restricted area) of Haneda Airport Terminal 3

Companies mentioned：株式会社KOMPEITO、OFFICE DE YASAI、SALAD STAND

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au PAY launches “Scheduled Transfers,” enabling automatic transfers on a specified date

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Originalauフィナンシャルサービスは、au PAYの「au PAY 送金サービス」において、指定日に自動でau PAY マネーを送金できる新機能「予約送金」を2026年10月7日から提供開始する。1回限りの予約送金と毎月同日の定期送金の2方式に対応し、送金上限は1回・1カ月あたり5万円、受取上限は1カ月あたり20万円。利用にはiOS 10.17.1以上またはAndroid 10.17.2以上へのアップデートが必要。

Facts

  • “Scheduled Transfers” will be available starting Oct. 7, 2026.
  • The app must be updated to iOS 10.17.1 or later or Android™ 10.17.2 or later.
  • Original1回および1カ月あたりの送金上限額は5万円。
  • Original1カ月あたりの受取り上限額は20万円。
  • Send money instantly whenever you want, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year

Companies mentioned：auフィナンシャルサービス株式会社、KDDIグループ、auじぶん銀行、ローソン銀行、セブン銀行、ローソン

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Launching “Whiper Quiet [Limited Edition] Misty Sparkle,” a correction tape with a quietly sparkling, noise-reducing design

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プラス株式会社 announced that it will launch “Whiper Quiet [Limited Edition] Misty Sparkle,” a limited-edition correction tape featuring a pale misty-colored case sprinkled with silver glitter, on Oct. 14, 2026. It retains the quiet design that reduces running noise by approximately 90%, and features a refillable 5 mm-wide, 12 m-long tape. The price is 385 yen, tax included.

Facts

  • Quiet design cuts the sound of dispensing the tape by approximately 90%(※1)
  • Running noise has been reduced by approximately 90%(※1).
  • The white layer is 11% thinner than in our previous product
  • Launching on Oct. 14, 2026.
  • The tape is a generous 12 m long.
  • The tape is 5 mm wide.
  • The manufacturer's suggested retail price is 385 yen per unit, tax included.
  • The body comes in 4 colors: Misty Blue, Misty Purple, Misty Green and Misty White.
  • W 76 mm, D 16 mm, H 36 mm
  • The communication initiative “Learning + Plus”... launched on Aug. 25, 2026.

Companies mentioned：プラス株式会社

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日本女子大学理学部 signs memorandum with 京都産業大学タンパク質動態研究所 on mutual use of electron microscopy facilities and other resources, and on educational and research exchanges

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日本女子大学理学部 signed a memorandum with 京都産業大学タンパク質動態研究所 on Sept. 28 concerning mutual use of electron microscopy facilities and other resources, and educational and research exchanges. The parties will make joint use of transmission electron microscopes (TEM), scanning electron microscopes (SEM) and other equipment to enhance educational and research activities and promote exchanges among researchers, technical staff and students.

Facts

  • Opened in 1992 as the only science faculty at a private women's university
  • The Institute for Protein Dynamics, established in 2016,
  • Celebrated its 120th anniversary in 2021
  • Opened the Faculty of Architectural Design in 2024
  • The opening of the Faculty of Economics in 2027
  • The planned opening of the Faculty of Fashion Design (provisional name) and the Faculty of Human Sciences (provisional name) in 2028
  • Building on the history and tradition of the Faculty of Science, which has guided the university to date, it is planning to open the Faculty of Science and Engineering (provisional name) in April 2029
  • Original9月28日（月）に京都産業大学…タンパク質動態研究所と…覚書を締結しました
  • It currently consists of 2 departments: the Department of Mathematics, Physics and Information Science and the Department of Chemistry and Life Science

Companies mentioned：学校法人 日本女子大学、日本女子大学理学部、京都産業大学、京都産業大学タンパク質動態研究所

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Originalアルマーニ ビューティのアイコン「ルミナス シルク」から進化を遂げた新作ファンデーション「ルミナス シルク グロウ マエストロ」が新登場

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Original日本ロレアル株式会社が、傘下のアルマーニ ビューティより「ルミナス シルク」シリーズの新作ファンデーション「ルミナス シルク グロウ マエストロ」（全6色／30mL／10,230円・税込）を2026年10月7日に全国発売すると発表。

Facts

  • 6 shades / 30 mL / ¥10,230 including tax
  • ¥10,230 including tax
  • 6 shades (1.1, 0.2, 1.2, 3.2, 3.3, 4.3 )
  • Launch date: Nationwide release on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026
  • Price: ¥7,700 (tax included)
  • SPF30 / PA+++

Companies mentioned：日本ロレアル株式会社、アルマーニ ビューティ

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[Taxi program: Himitsu no PRIME] Guest of the 第三十五 installment: Wakana Matsumoto, from the film 『負けへんで』

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The 35th installment of Himitsu no PRIME, an in-taxi program on TOKYO PRIME, Japan’s largest taxi media network operated by 株式会社IRIS, will begin airing on Monday, Oct. 12. The guest will be Wakana Matsumoto, from the film 『負けへんで』, which opens Friday, Nov. 13, for a 1-minute talk offering a glimpse of her off-camera self.

Facts

  • 71,000 signage units installed (25,500 in Tokyo)
  • 25,500 vehicles in Tokyo
  • Coverage spans 36 prefectures nationwide
  • A 1-minute “secret information program”
  • “18 minutes to encounter a PRIME you’ve never seen before”
  • Todo is arrested on suspicion of embezzling ¥3 billion in the course of business
  • The 第三十五 installment begins airing on Monday, Oct. 12
  • Opens nationwide Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
  • As of October 2026

Companies mentioned：株式会社IRIS、GAGA、GO（アプリ）

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Colliers publishes Japanese edition of Global Capital Flows | First Half of 2026

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コリアーズ・インターナショナル・ジャパン株式会社 has published the Japanese edition of its report, Global Capital Flows | First Half of 2026, analyzing global commercial real estate investment and fundraising trends in the first half of 2026. Global investment in Q2 2026 accelerated, rising 21.2% year on year, with APAC posting the strongest growth at 28%. Japan rose to 3rd place globally among cross-border investment destinations (7.7%), while data center investment in APAC surged from US$6 billion to US$20 billion. Industrial accounted for the largest share of fundraising, at 46%.

Facts

  • Investment in existing properties rose 21.2% year on year
  • Growth accelerated from 15.2% in the first quarter
  • Recovered to 96.5% of the 5-year average
  • APAC posted the strongest growth, with second-quarter investment up 28% year on year
  • Reached 106% of the 5-year average
  • The Americas also remained strong, up 21.5%
  • EMEA rose 14.8%
  • Accounted for 7.7% of all cross-border investment activity
  • Exceeding the 5-year average of 6.3%
  • Accounts for 57% of investment activity in the world’s top 20 markets
  • Accounted for 5.2% of global investment activity
  • Expanded from US$6 billion at the end of the first quarter to US$20 billion
  • Industrial accounted for 46% of the total
  • Expanded to 29% by the end of the first half
  • The share of fundraising directed to North America edged down to 57%, but still accounted for a majority
  • Europe accounted for 21%
  • Strategies targeting multiple regions each rose to 16%
  • APAC was unchanged at 6%
  • Annual revenue of US$6 billion
  • Approximately 28,000 professionals
  • Has US$110 billion in assets under management
  • Has more than 100 specialists at its Tokyo and Osaka offices

Companies mentioned：コリアーズ・インターナショナル・ジャパン株式会社、コリアーズ（Colliers）、MSCI Real Capital Analytics（RCA）

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CRM PLUS on LINE now supports LINE messaging triggered by Klaviyo Flows!

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株式会社ソーシャルPLUS announced that its LINE integration service, CRM PLUS on LINE, now supports LINE messaging triggered by Flows in the marketing automation platform Klaviyo. Adding a webhook action to a Klaviyo Flow enables communications combining LINE with email and SMS. Flex Messages are also supported, along with measurement of metrics such as open and click-through rates.

Facts

  • As of the end of December 2025, it was running in more than 2,500 Shopify stores.
  • The number of stores using and running the service on Shopify’s Plus plan (for enterprises) has exceeded 120.
  • The cumulative number of users who have linked their IDs through CRM PLUS on LINE has topped 85 million, and the service is used by many people.

Companies mentioned：株式会社ソーシャルPLUS、Klaviyo、LINEヤフー株式会社、Shopify、フィードフォースグループ株式会社

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[On sale today] The popular segment “お絵かきですよ！” from the long-running Hokkaido TV program “どさんこワイド179” is now a board game!

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ClaGla (株式会社クラグラ), headquartered in Sapporo, is releasing the board game 『どさんこワイド179 みんなでお絵かきですよ！』, based on the popular segment “お絵かきですよ！” from Hokkaido local wide-show “どさんこワイド179,” on Oct. 7, 2026. The game includes 248 questions featured on TV and 248 beginner questions, for a total of 496, and has a suggested retail price of ¥4,400 (tax included).

Facts

  • Release date: October 7, 2026 (Wednesday)
  • Includes 248 questions actually featured on TV and 248 beginner-friendly questions, for a total of 496
  • 248 questions actually featured on TV
  • Suggested retail price: ¥4,400 (tax included)
  • Original1991年10月7日からSTV札幌テレビで月〜金の夕方に放送されている
  • The program’s signature segment, “お絵かきですよ！,” has run for 25 years
  • All you do is “look at a question, draw a picture within 60 seconds, and have everyone guess”
  • The series has surpassed 350,000 copies in cumulative sales

Companies mentioned：株式会社クラグラ、ClaGla、STV札幌テレビ、Amazon、Sapporo Game Space内 ゆこる

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Originalヤマハ株式会社 主催のグローバルビジネスコンテスト「TRANSPOSE Innovation Challenge 2026」へオーディオストックが協賛

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Original株式会社オーディオストックは、ヤマハ株式会社主催のグローバルビジネスコンテスト「TRANSPOSE Innovation Challenge 2026」へ協賛することを発表した。音・音楽とエンターテインメントを起点とした新たな価値創出を目指す同コンテストは、2026年9月1日から10月31日まで“Venue”、“Senior”、“Game”、“Timeless”の4テーマで世界中からアイデアを募集する。

Facts

  • Selling more than 1 million music works, including background music and sound effects created by music creators nationwide
  • Received 314 innovative business ideas from 63 countries around the world
  • Application period: Sept. 1, 2026 (Tuesday) – Oct. 31, 2026 (Saturday)
  • First-round screening (November 2026)
  • Second-round screening (December 2026)
  • Final screening (final pitch) (February 15, 2027 (Monday))
  • Established: October 11, 2007
  • Listed exchange: Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market (securities code: 621A)

Companies mentioned：株式会社オーディオストック、ヤマハ株式会社

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NetApp announces NetApp Novus™, the fastest storage on Earth

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ネットアップ合同会社 announced NetApp Novus, a next-generation storage architecture designed for AI infrastructure providers. Its design separates metadata from the data path to deliver throughput of more than 100TB per second and enable AI factories to continuously feed data to millions of GPUs across zettabyte-scale file systems. The initial release, now available for order, combines NetApp Novus Data Director, running on certified Supermicro infrastructure, with NetApp ONTAP data services through AFF A90 systems.

Facts

  • Builds a disaggregated architecture that delivers throughput of more than 100TB per second and supports high utilization across hundreds of thousands of GPUs
  • With conventional architectures, GPU utilization can sometimes fall below 30%
  • This next-generation architecture is built to support file systems on the zettabyte scale
  • AI factories continuously feed data to a million GPUs
  • Builds a disaggregated architecture that supports high utilization across hundreds of thousands of GPUs
  • NetApp Novus’s architecture, which separates metadata and data, supports tens of exabytes of effective capacity
  • Unlocks the performance of millions of GPUs
  • Can support billions of files and large-scale AI datasets

Companies mentioned：ネットアップ合同会社、NetApp、Supermicro、Moor Insights & Strategy、Omdia、Cisco、Cisco Compute

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Raputa Robotics’ flexible automated storage and retrieval system, Raputa ASRS, selected for a Logisteed logistics center

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ラピュタロボティクス株式会社 announced that its flexible automated storage and retrieval system, Raputa ASRS, has been selected for the Kita-Kashiwa Sales Office of ロジスティード東日本株式会社. Operations are scheduled to begin in May 2027. By making use of the existing mezzanine and consolidating storage and logistics functions, the system aims to improve space and operational efficiency throughout the logistics center.

Facts

  • Operations are scheduled to begin in May 2027.

Companies mentioned：ラピュタロボティクス株式会社、ロジスティード東日本株式会社、ロジスティードグループ、チューリッヒ工科大学

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Transport of Aomori-grown apples begins using a modal combination of “autonomous trucks” and “freight rail”

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Originalつがる弘前農業協同組合、NIPPON EXPRESSホールディングス、日本通運、JR貨物およびT2の4社は、2026年10月13日より自動運転トラックと貨物鉄道を組み合わせた「モーダルコンビネーション」により、青森県産りんごを東北ー関西間（約1,200km）で輸送する実証を開始すると発表。自動運行装置が運転操作の全部を代替するレベル4自動運転トラックによる幹線輸送開始を目指す。

Facts

  • Starting October 13, 2026, we will begin a trial between Tohoku and Kansai of a “modal combination” transporting Aomori-grown apples using autonomous trucks and freight rail.
  • From October 13 to 15, 2026, a trial of a modal combination transporting Aomori-grown apples over an approximately 1,200-kilometer route from Aomori Prefecture to Osaka Prefecture will be conducted.
  • Transporting Aomori-grown apples over the approximately 1,200 km route from Aomori Prefecture to Osaka Prefecture
  • A global logistics company with approximately 78,000 employees in 56 countries and regions worldwide
  • Has approximately 78,000 employees across 56 countries and regions worldwide
  • Since its founding in 1937, the company has connected people, businesses and communities by transporting goods

Companies mentioned：つがる弘前農業協同組合、JAつがる弘前、NIPPON EXPRESSホールディングス株式会社、日本通運株式会社、日本貨物鉄道株式会社、JR貨物、株式会社T2

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パーソルビジネスプロセスデザイン launches “Copilot Studio Adoption Support Help Desk Service,” supporting customers from embedding AI agent use into operations through to operational improvement

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Originalパーソルビジネスプロセスデザインは、Microsoft Copilot Studioで構築したAIエージェントの運用支援を行う「Copilot Studio定着支援伴走ヘルプデスクサービス」の提供を開始した。ヘルプデスク対応やエージェントの品質管理、月1回のメンテナンス会議、運用ルール策定支援、エージェント棚卸診断、ユースケース横展開支援などのメニューを通じて、PoC後の運用フェーズで顕在化している「作成したが使われない」「活用が広がらない」といった課題を解消し、AIエージェントの活用定着と社内展開の拡大を支援する。

Facts

  • Consultation sessions are held 1 time per month to visualize usage of existing agents, issues and improvement measures.

Companies mentioned：パーソルビジネスプロセスデザイン株式会社、パーソルグループ、Microsoft Corporation

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[D-UP] Official shop opens on Qoo10! All items ship free as part of the launch campaign, with purchase gifts for the first 500 customers

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株式会社ディー・アップ, which offers products related to false eyelashes, opened its official shop, “D-UP Official,” on Qoo10 on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. To celebrate the launch, it is offering free shipping on all items and purchase gifts for the first 500 customers for each offer, and will sell popular products such as Lash Focus.

Facts

  • 株式会社ディー・アップ will open its official shop on Qoo10 on Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
  • A free shipping campaign on all items will be held to mark the opening.
  • Key products available at launch include false-eyelash items such as Lash Focus, a clustered-style eyelash product.
  • 株式会社ディー・アップ is headquartered at 3rd MINAMI AOYAMA 8F, 3-1-34 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo.
  • The president and representative director of 株式会社ディー・アップ is Hiroaki Shiono.
  • Original1回のご注文で単品またはセット商品を複数点購入しても特典は各1セットまでとなる。

Companies mentioned：株式会社ディー・アップ、Qoo10

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Uravation releases “AI Training Approval Request Template (Training Procurement Edition)” for free. Includes a 7-item Word approval request form, Excel files for comparing training providers, participant rosters and submission schedules, and a 30-page guide with examples

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株式会社Uravation released its “AI Training Approval Request Template (Training Procurement Edition)” for free on October 7, 2026, to help companies procure generative AI training internally. The download page offers a 7-item Word approval request form, Excel files for comparing training providers, participant rosters and submission schedules (3 sheets), and a 30-page PDF explaining how to fill them out, with examples. It also covers 5 reasons training approval requests get held up and how to answer 10 anticipated questions from decision-makers.

Facts

  • We are pleased to announce the free release, on October 7, 2026, of the “AI Training Approval Request Template (Training Procurement Edition)” for DX promotion staff, HR staff and department heads preparing internal proposals for corporate AI training.
  • The 7 core items of an approval request (original illustrated guide)
  • Guide (PDF, 30 pages)
  • Original厚生労働省 令和7年度「能力開発基本調査」
  • Approval request template (Word, 3 pages)
  • Appendix templates (Excel, 3 sheets)
  • The comparison table scores 5 candidate companies across 10 evaluation criteria on a scale of 1 to 5
  • Score 5 candidate companies across 10 evaluation criteria on a scale of 1 to 5
  • Plan the steps before submission by working backward from the submission date, allowing approximately 2 weeks
  • 10 anticipated questions from decision-makers and how to answer them
  • Original標準（12時間・実務ハンズオン）は1名400,000円
  • Original10名以上の一括申込は1名360,000円
  • Original15名以上の一括申込は1名300,000円
  • Original6時間ライトコースは1名200,000円です
  • More than 4,000 training participants to date
  • More than 100 companies, including publicly listed companies, have adopted the program
  • “40 courses in total” of corporate generative AI training, selectable across 8 job functions and 5 AI environments
  • “40 courses in total” (offering began in September 2026)
  • Published online: A list and organizational chart of the 62 AI agents that work at the company every day
  • Established in February 2024

Companies mentioned：株式会社Uravation、厚生労働省

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[ECC Overseas Study Center LET’S] 10 schools and host institutions from around the world gather for the “Autumn Study Abroad Fair”!

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ECC Overseas Study Center LET’S, operated by 株式会社ECC, a comprehensive education and lifelong learning institution, will hold the “Autumn Study Abroad Fair” on Saturday, October 17, 2026, on the 11th floor of the ECC Head Office Building (1-10-20 Higashitemma, Kita-ku, Osaka). 10 schools and host institutions based overseas will gather, with individual consultation booths and various study-abroad seminars. Admission and participation are free. The event is for students, parents and guardians, and working adults.

Facts

  • 10 schools and host institutions based overseas will gather.
  • The “Autumn Study Abroad Fair,” with free admission and participation, will be held at ECC’s head office on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
  • [Date and time] Saturday, October 17, 2026, 11:00–17:00
  • 11th floor, ECC Head Office Building (1-10-20 Higashitemma, Kita-ku, Osaka)
  • ECC Overseas Study Center LET’S began offering overseas study tours in 1971.
  • It currently offers study and training programs in 16 countries and regions around the world.
  • Since its founding in 1962, ECC has spent more than 60 years
  • Since its founding in 1962, ECC has spent more than 60 years carrying out a range of educational activities.

Companies mentioned：株式会社ECC、ECC海外留学センターLET'S、Language Studies International（LSI）、Center of English Studies、ilsc EDUCATION GROUP、Global College、Cornerstone International Community College、BROWNS English Language School、LANGPORTS、Mentor Language Institute、ECC SCHOOL OF GLOBAL COMMUNICATION INC、Global Education Exchange Network

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[CONVERSE] “ALL STAR WESTERNSTITCH SU HI,” featuring western boot details, makes its debut

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コンバースジャパン株式会社 announced that it will release “ALL STAR WESTERNSTITCH SU HI,” an updated All Star model incorporating western boot details, on October 23, 2026, through the CONVERSE OFFICIAL ONLINE SHOP and selected retailers. The boot-inspired design pairs a suede upper with decorative stitching. The price is ¥17,600 (tax included).

Facts

  • Price: 17,600 yen (tax included)
  • Release date: October 23, 2026
  • Sizes: 22.0–28.0, 29.0, and 30.0 cm
  • Marquis M. Converse founded the company in Malden, Massachusetts, USA, in 1908.
  • Led by the “All Star,” which debuted as a basketball shoe in 1917
  • TEL: 0120-819-217
  • Monday–Friday (excluding weekends and holidays), 9:00–18:00

Companies mentioned：コンバースジャパン株式会社、CONVERSE（コンバース）

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Listen to, record, and watch CDs: Enjoy music more smartly. Introducing the CD Reco Player (CD-P1), a smart CD player equipped with CD Reco

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株式会社アイオーデータ announced the CD Reco Player (CD-P1), a smart CD player that can play, import, and copy CDs, on October 7, 2026, as the second model in its 50th anniversary commemorative lineup. Shipments are scheduled to begin in late November.

Facts

  • Announced today, Wednesday, October 7, 2026
  • Late November
  • The second special model commemorating the company’s 50th anniversary
  • Displayed graphically on the unit’s 3.5-inch LCD screen
  • Choose from five types, including album mode and visual mode
  • Enjoy 10 display styles
  • Since its launch as the industry’s first in 2014
  • Cumulative series sales have reached 960,000 units (as of the end of August 2026).
  • Capital: 3,588 million yen
  • Established: January 10, Showa 51 (1976)

Companies mentioned：株式会社アイオーデータ、Gracenote

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[Saga City] Origami Airplane Workshop and Exhibition to mark the 30th anniversary of 佐賀市立図書館

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To mark its 30th anniversary in 2026, 佐賀市立図書館 will hold an “Origami Airplane Workshop” on October 12 and an exhibition of more than 30 origami airplanes from October 1 to 12. With support from the Kyushu branch of 折り紙ヒコーキ協会, children can make and fly 3 types of airplanes using certified competition paper: paper copters, endurance-flight airplanes, and distance-flight airplanes. Mini-workshops that require no advance registration will also be held on October 4 and 11.

Facts

  • 佐賀市立図書館 marked its 30th anniversary in 2026.
  • More than 30 airplanes gather to mark the 30th anniversary
  • Make three types of airplanes that fly in different ways.
  • First 30 elementary and junior high school students
  • The “Origami Airplane Workshop: Fly! Origami Airplanes into the Sky of Don ３” will be held on Monday, October 12 (public holiday).
  • Date and time: Monday, October 12, 2026 (public holiday), 13:30–16:00

Companies mentioned：佐賀市役所、佐賀市立図書館、折り紙ヒコーキ協会、折り紙ヒコーキ協会 九州支部

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株式会社シーボン signs a silver partnership agreement with women’s volleyball team NECレッドロケッツ川崎, a member of 大同生命SV.LEAGUE WOMEN

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株式会社シーボン has signed a silver partnership agreement with women’s volleyball team NECレッドロケッツ川崎, a member of 大同生命SV.LEAGUE WOMEN. This is the 4th year that シーボン has supported the team. The company will continue its support during the 2026-27 season, which opens on October 10, 2026, through beauty support for players and booth exhibits.

Facts

  • This is the 4th year of our support for the team.
  • The 2026-27 season, which opens on Saturday, October 10, 2026,
  • 1 Japan League title
  • 8 V.League titles
  • 2 Kurowashiki titles
  • 2 Emperor’s Cup titles
  • In 2021, while carrying on its history
  • Since its founding in 1966, シーボン has
  • for approximately 60 years
  • 95 stores nationwide
  • 92 membership-based/directly operated stores
  • 3 agency stores

Companies mentioned：株式会社シーボン、NECレッドロケッツ川崎、大同生命、SV.LEAGUE

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Research findings on intratumoral drug delivery using our jet injection technology have been published

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Research findings on intratumoral drug delivery using 株式会社ダイセル’s jet injection technology were published in the international scientific journal Pharmacological Research on September 1, 2026. A joint study with 熊本大学 confirmed in multiple mouse tumor models that guided jet injection reduces drug leakage compared with conventional needle injections and has a stronger tumor-growth-inhibiting effect.

Facts

  • Published in the international scientific journal Pharmacological Research on September 1, 2026
  • Please refer to the press release announced by 熊本大学 on October 7, 2026.
  • A 30G injection needle was used as a guide in this study.
  • https://doi.org/10.1016/j.phrs.2026.108414

Companies mentioned：株式会社ダイセル、熊本大学、神戸学院大学、ワンタイムエナジー

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丸栄宮崎株式会社 adopts “Loglass Management”

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株式会社ログラス announced that 丸栄宮崎株式会社 has adopted the cloud-based management system “Loglass Management.” The system will consolidate budget-versus-actual management across multiple factories and departments, addressing the person-dependent aggregation workload and lack of detailed analysis caused by decentralized spreadsheet management. The company aims to build a real-time management analysis system by product and item number.

Facts

  • With a total of 7 locations, the company’s strength is its ability to provide a one-stop operation from planning through mass production.
  • Established: July 2, 1993 (Heisei 5)
  • Established: May 2019
  • Won the No. 1 share in the 2025 budget-versus-actual management SaaS/PaaS market (※).

Companies mentioned：株式会社ログラス、丸栄宮崎株式会社、富士キメラ総研

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Ralph Lauren announces its 2026 Pink Pony campaign and collection, “The Power of Us”

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Ralph Lauren announces its 2026 Pink Pony campaign, “The Power of Us.” Centered on the power of community and solidarity, the campaign highlights the importance of early detection through the stories of cancer survivors. In Japan, it will make a donation to 公益財団法人 日本対がん協会 and carry out various activations, including Global Day of Shopping and serving “Pink Pony Lattes” at Ralph’s Coffee.

Facts

  • For more than 30 years, Ralph Lauren has worked to raise awareness in the fight against cancer.
  • 100% of the sales price of the Pink Pony Twill Baseball Cap, Pink Pony Classic Fit Oxford Shirt, and Pink Pony Wool-Cashmere Crewneck Sweater
  • 25% of sales from the rest of the Pink Pony Collection will be donated as support to an international network of cancer-related charities, including 公益財団法人 日本対がん協会 in Japan.
  • On Saturday, Oct. 17, Ralph Lauren will hold its Global Day of Shopping at all Ralph Lauren stores in Japan, including its official online store.
  • 5% of total sales will be donated to support Pink Pony’s mission.
  • In Japan, 100% of sales at 6 stores in 5 cities—Tokyo, Yokohama, Nagoya, Kyoto and Osaka—will be donated to 公益財団法人 日本対がん協会.
  • Since launching the Pink Pony campaign in 2000
  • A commitment of $25 million to expand or establish cancer centers at 5 locations across the United States
  • In January 2026, the ラルフ ローレン コーポレート基金
  • In September 2026, Ralph Lauren also [with] the National Cancer Center Foundation of Korea
  • This will be the 4th cancer center to bear the Ralph Lauren name, and
  • is scheduled to open in 2028 as the first Ralph Lauren cancer center in Asia
  • Pink Pony supports 38 beneficiary organizations in 17 countries.

Companies mentioned：ラルフ ローレン 合同会社、ラルフ ローレン コーポレート基金、公益財団法人 日本対がん協会、USCノリス総合がんセンター、ロイヤル マースデン病院、シカゴ大学病院（UChicago Medicine）、韓国国立がんセンター財団、ラルフ ローレン がん予防センター

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[Registration now open | Free to attend] SMBC and Joyo Bank to speak! An in-depth look at DX and generative AI in financial institutions: “The Front Lines of DX Implementation in Financial Institutions,” Nov. 13 | Seminar Info

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株式会社セミナーインフォ announced that it will hold “The Front Lines of DX Implementation in Financial Institutions,” a free in-person seminar on DX and generative AI in the financial sector, on Nov. 13, 2026, at the JA Kyosai Building in Chiyoda, Tokyo. SMBC will deliver the keynote address, while the Meyuki Financial Group and Joyo Bank will give special presentations. Giftee, Kyocera Communication Systems, SingleStore Japan, Sansan and others will also take part.

Facts

  • On Friday, Nov. 13, 2026, at the Conference Hall, JA Kyosai Building, Chiyoda, Tokyo
  • [Keynote address] 14:00-14:30
  • -14:35-15:05-
  • -15:20-15:50-
  • -15:55-16:25-
  • [Special presentation] 16:40-17:10
  • From 17:10, attendees can ask the speakers questions and exchange business cards.
  • Admission is free. This is an in-person event exclusively for people working at financial institutions.

Companies mentioned：株式会社セミナーインフォ、株式会社三井住友銀行、株式会社めぶきフィナンシャルグループ、株式会社常陽銀行、株式会社ギフティ、京セラコミュニケーションシステム株式会社、SingleStore Japan合同会社、Sansan株式会社

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Originalコンラッド東京、各レストランにてクリスマス限定ディナーを提供

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Originalコンラッド東京は、館内の各レストランおよびバー＆ラウンジにて、12月18日（金）より順次、クリスマス限定のディナーコースを提供する。モダンフレンチ「コラージュ」、日本料理「風花」（会席「聖樹」および鉄板焼「柊」「樅」）、中国料理「チャイナブルー」、バー＆ラウンジ「トゥエンティエイト」、オールデイダイニング「セリーズ」の各店舗で、コース料金1名様18,000円～48,000円の特別メニューを用意。

Facts

  • 291 spacious guest rooms, among the largest in central Tokyo at 48㎡
  • 291 spacious guest rooms.
  • “Mizuki Spa & Fitness,” covering an area of 1,400㎡
  • Original5大陸に51軒のホテルを展開
  • Original料金：1名様 40,000円 乾杯のシャンパーニュ付き
  • Original【スタンダード】1名様 26,000円
  • Original【乾杯のシャンパーニュ付き】1名様 30,000円
  • Original【柊】1名様 38,000円
  • Original【樅】1名様 48,000円
  • Original料金：1名様 28,000円
  • Original【スタンダード】1名様 18,000円
  • Original【乾杯のシャンパーニュ付き】1名様 21,000円
  • 03-6388-8745 (direct line for restaurant reservations)
  • Tokyo’s nighttime skyline through windows reaching 7m high
  • Périgueux sauce (add ¥7,000)
  • Limited-time Christmas dinners will be served in succession from Friday, Dec. 18.

Companies mentioned：コンラッド東京、コンラッド・ホテルズ&リゾーツ、ヒルトン、ヴーヴ・クリコ

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Balancing work and family, without showing their faces: Report on “Music Planet SUPER LIVE 2026,” featuring 90 performers aged 24 to 64

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Music Planet, an artist-support project operated by 株式会社アプラ, held “Music Planet SUPER LIVE 2026” at Shinjuku ReNY on Sept. 22, 2026. The large-scale, 2-part live event featured 90 artists aged 24 to 64, including office workers and homemakers, and drew a total attendance of 593. Of the performers, 40 were making their debut at the event. Approximately 14,000 people have taken part since the project began in 2017.

Facts

  • The 90 performers, aged 24 to 64, came from across Japan, from Hokkaido to Fukuoka.
  • Original第1部・第2部の二部構成で、90名のアーティストが出演し、延べ593名が来場しました。
  • Of these, 40 were performing at “Music Planet SUPER LIVE” for the first time.
  • Shinjuku ReNY (Island Hall 2F, 6-5-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo / capacity approximately 800)
  • Since it began in 2017, approximately 14,000 people have taken part
  • Established: July 2017
  • Event date: September 22, 2026 (Tuesday)

Companies mentioned：株式会社アプラ

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Original【ヒルトン東京】『ホワイトクリスマス』プティ・ブーランジェリー

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Facts

  • Period: Nov. 13 (Friday)–Dec. 26 (Saturday)
  • Price: ¥6,500 per person
  • ¥7,000 on Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, Dec. 24 and Dec. 25
  • Hours: 11:30–20:00
  • Along with 10 kinds of bread and scones
  • 20 varieties are available, including teas from ART OF TEA.
  • 830 guest rooms, including suites
  • Guest rooms occupy floors 8 through 38.
  • Opened in Nagatacho on June 20, 1963
  • More than 9,400 properties across 144 countries and regions
  • (approximately 1.4 million rooms) worldwide
  • Welcoming more than 4 billion guests
  • A portfolio of 28 global brands
  • Operating 9 brands and 38 hotels in Japan
  • With more than 260 million members

Companies mentioned：ヒルトン東京、ヒルトン、ART OF TEA、ホテルニューオータニ、ホテルエピナール那須、ベーカリー＆レストラン沢村 旧軽井沢、ファミーユ代官山、イクスピアリ、ユーハイムディーマイスター丸ビル店

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[No. 1 in domestic adoption] Alumni recruitment provider Hackazook launches new low-fixed-cost plan to lower the barrier to adoption

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株式会社ハッカズーク has launched a new low-fixed-cost plan starting at 100,000 yen per month for its “Official Alumni” alumni recruitment support service, which ranks No. 1 in domestic adoption. The plan enables companies to build and operate an alumni network at low cost and lowers the barrier to adoption through a hybrid fee structure combining fixed fees with performance-based compensation. The company integrated its management with recruitment operations support firm 株式会社レイン in October 2024 and has set out a vision to create a “BBB platform” supporting Buy, Build and Borrow.

Facts

  • Start with low fixed costs from 100,000 yen per month
  • Survey period: Dec. 1, 2025–Dec. 17, 2025
  • Original社内担当者様は4半期に1度程度の定例打ち合わせのみで効果的な施策を展開できます
  • Established: July 2017
  • In October 2024, it integrated its management with … 株式会社レイン

Companies mentioned：株式会社ハッカズーク、株式会社レイン、日本マーケティングリサーチ機構

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[Performance Learning Award 2026 pre-webinars] Leading judges to speak on “learning that delivers results” in the AI era

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ユームテクノロジージャパン株式会社 announced that it will hold 4 pre-webinars featuring a distinguished panel of judges, starting Oct. 9, 2026, ahead of the “Performance Learning Award 2026,” to be held at Hilton Tokyo on Nov. 25, 2026. The webinars will explore how learning can improve outcomes for people and organizations from 4 perspectives: “how to frame questions,” “the role of HR,” “management investment decisions” and “practical examples from operating companies” in the AI era.

Facts

  • We will bring you a total of 4 pre-event webinars featuring the judges.
  • Session 1: Oct. 9 (Fri.), 15:00–16:00
  • “Performance Learning Award 2026,” to be held at Hilton Tokyo on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2026
  • UMU (ユーム) was founded in Silicon Valley in 2014
  • It now serves more than 1 million companies across 203 countries and regions worldwide
  • More than 1 million companies in 203 countries and regions worldwide
  • Adopted by more than 28,000 companies in Japan
  • More than 30 years in organizational and HR consulting
  • Including 15 years at PwC
  • Established: February 9, 2018

Companies mentioned：ユームテクノロジージャパン株式会社、パブロス株式会社、ニトリホールディングス、株式会社HRファーブラ、株式会社コカ・コーラ ボトラーズジャパン、PwC、ソニー、レノバ

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Why pursue an MBA? Real stories from UMass MBA graduates and current students

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Abitus, part of Pathmake Holdings, announced that it will host an online event, “Business Case Practice Session,” on Oct. 24, 2026, featuring female UMass MBA graduates and current students discussing why they pursued an MBA, balancing study with other commitments, and the impact on their careers. The program has 1,246 graduates as of July 2026, and the UMass MBA ranked 22nd in the 2023 online MBA rankings by U.S. News & World Report.

Facts

  • Date: Oct. 24, 2026 (Sat.)
  • The program now has 1,246 graduates as of July 2026
  • A flexible online curriculum that can be completed in as little as 1 year and 10 months
  • Original現地渡航型のMBAプログラムに比べ10分の1程度の費用で受講可能
  • Ranked 22nd among online MBA programs in the United States (U.S. News & World Report magazine’s 2023 online MBA rankings)
  • マサチューセッツ州立大学 ranks among the top 2% of universities worldwide (2025 World University Ranking (Times Higher Education))
  • Capital: 101 million yen
  • Established: July 1995

Companies mentioned：パスメイクホールディングス株式会社、株式会社アビタス、マサチューセッツ州立大学

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NeoJapan to exhibit at FIT2026, a major trade show for financial institutions

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株式会社ネオジャパン will exhibit at FIT2026, a major trade show for financial institutions organized by 日本金融通信社（ニッキン）, at Tokyo International Forum on Oct. 15–16, 2026. The company will showcase its groupware “desknet's NEO,” no-code business app creation tool “AppSuite,” business chat tool “ChatLuck” and generative AI platform “neoAI Chat for desknet's.” 大阪信用金庫 will also give a presentation on “democratizing development.”

Facts

  • Since entering the market in 1999, it has recorded sales of more than 5.4 million users as of March 2026※
  • Show dates: Oct. 15, 2026 (Thu.)–Oct. 16, 2026 (Fri.), 10:00–17:30 both days
  • 10:00–17:30 both days
  • Date and time: Oct. 16, 2026 (Fri.), 14:00–14:40
  • Established: February 1992
  • Since its founding in 1992, the company has spent more than 30 years developing business communication tools, including groupware.
  • 株式会社ネオジャパン (code: 3921, Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market)

Companies mentioned：株式会社ネオジャパン、日本金融通信社（ニッキン）、株式会社neoAI、大阪信用金庫、東京大学松尾研

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Starbucks Reserve® Cafe presents its “nighttime dolce coffee”: Starbucks Reserve® Coffee & Espresso Cream Frappuccino® launches Oct. 9 (Fri.)

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Starbucks Coffee Japan will launch the Starbucks Reserve® Coffee & Espresso Cream Frappuccino® at Starbucks Reserve® Cafe on Oct. 9, 2026. The drink, made with espresso whipped cream, is the 3rd installment in its “nighttime dolce coffee” series for the long autumn evenings.

Facts

  • Takeout: 884 yen
  • Dine-in: 900 yen
  • Available from: Oct. 9, 2026
  • 2,159 stores across all 47 prefectures in Japan (as of September 2026, including licensed stores)
  • More than approximately 40,000 stores across approximately 80 markets worldwide
  • Approximately 60,000 partners (employees)
  • Opened in September 2025
  • On Feb. 28, 2019, it opened Starbucks Reserve® Roastery Tokyo, its 5th location worldwide.

Companies mentioned：スターバックス コーヒー ジャパン 株式会社、プリンチ®

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Security training cloud service Securio to exhibit at Japan IT Week [Autumn] 2026

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LRM株式会社 announced that its security training cloud service “Securio” will exhibit at Japan IT Week [Autumn] 2026, to be held at Makuhari Messe from Oct. 21–23, 2026. The company will demonstrate features addressing risks in the AI era, including simulated targeted attack emails, phishing reports, e-learning and security awareness.

Facts

  • Dates and hours: Oct. 21 (Wed.)–Oct. 23 (Fri.), 2026, 10:00–17:00
  • Oct. 21 (Wed.)–Oct. 23 (Fri.), 2026, 10:00–17:00
  • Exhibition location: Hall 3 A8-2 (near the north-side Entrance/Exit)
  • The セキュリオ security education cloud service, with more than 2,800 companies using it
  • Information security consulting business with a track record of more than 3,600 support engagements
  • Established: December 2006

Companies mentioned：LRM株式会社、RX Japan合同会社

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[Survey on fashion among middle-aged women] 95.6% of women aged 40–65 feel that “clothes I wore when I was 30 no longer suit me,” while 67.8% are eager to “try new styles”

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Original株式会社ハルメクホールディングスの子会社・株式会社ハルメクが運営するミドルエイジ女性向けWEBメディア「HALMEK up」と「ハルメク 生きかた上手研究所」は、40～65歳の女性会員370名を対象に「ファッションに関する意識・実態調査」を実施。95.6％が「30歳の頃好きだった服が似合わない」と感じ、服選びの基準が「流行・トレンド」から「着心地のよさ」へシフト（+50.0ポイント）していることが判明。1年間の服の購入額平均は125,910円で、60～65歳は142,594円と他年代より3万円以上高い。67.8％が「新しいファッションに挑戦したい」と意欲的。

Facts

  • 95.6% of women aged 40–65 feel that “clothes I liked and wore when I was 30 no longer suit me”
  • 67.8% of women aged 40–65 said, “I would like to try a different kind of fashion in the future”
  • Female HALMEK up members across Japan aged 40–65 (370 valid responses)
  • Originalミドルエイジ女性の「1年間の服の購入額」は125,910円
  • Average for ages 60–65: ¥142,594
  • Ages 40–54: ¥109,348
  • Ages 55–59: ¥108,466
  • 60.3% say, “I end up choosing the same kind of clothes every time”
  • Compared with when they were 30, the proportion who prioritize “comfort” has risen by 50.0 percentage points
  • “Fashion and trends” declined by 38.9 percentage points
  • 65.3% say, “I want to find a new style that suits me”
  • Survey conducted: Friday, Aug. 28, 2026–Tuesday, Sept. 1

Companies mentioned：株式会社ハルメクホールディングス、株式会社ハルメク、HALMEK up、ハルメク 生きかた上手研究所、日本ABC協会

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A Japanese-English illustrated guide to ninjas, hugely popular around the world through movies, anime, manga, novels, games and more. The book, “NINJA,” offers an easy-to-understand explanation and goes on sale Oct. 15

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株式会社ナツメ社 announced that it will release “NINJA,” a Japanese-English illustrated guide to ninjas for international readers, on Oct. 15. Supervised by Professor Yuji Yamada of 三重大学, the book is A6 size, 160 pages and full color, with a list price of ¥1,650 (tax included). It uses illustrations to explain the history and culture of ninjas, their clothing, ninjutsu, philosophy and daily lives in an easy-to-understand way.

Facts

  • List price: 1,650 yen (tax included)
  • A6 size / 160 pages / full color
  • Launch date: Oct. 15, 2026
  • TEL: 03-3295-3921
  • FAX: 03-3291-1305
  • 1-52 Kanda-Jinbocho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0051
  • Began researching ninjas in 2012

Companies mentioned：株式会社ナツメ社、ナツメ出版企画株式会社、三重大学、三重大学国際忍者研究センター、国際忍者学会、KADOKAWA、幻冬舎、Amazon

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OriginalJAM HOME MADEから、定番レザーブレスレットの限定カラーが登場！！オレンジ色を身に纏った、ハロウィン仕様のディアブレス。2026年10月9日（金）より11月1日（日）までの期間限定発売開始！

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OriginalJAM HOME MADEが、定番レザーブレスレット「ディアブレス」のハロウィン限定カラー（オレンジ）を2026年10月9日（金）から11月1日（日）までの期間限定で発売開始。K10＋K18モデル（165,000円）、SV925＋K18モデル（20,900円）、BRASSモデル（6,600円）の3素材で展開し、オレンジを含む6色を用意する。

Facts

  • DEER 2ROLL BRACELET K10＋K18 ... [Price] ¥165,000 (tax included)
  • DEER 2ROLL BRACELET SV925＋K18 (Shaka bead) ... [Price] ¥20,900 (tax included)
  • DEER 2ROLL BRACELET BRASS ... [Price] ¥6,600 (tax included)
  • Available in 6 colors: black, dark brown, white, red and purple
  • Deerskin from Nara’s long-established 藤岡勇吉本店, with a history of approximately 150 years since Kaei 7
  • JAM HOME MADE (ジャムホームメイド) is a unisex jewelry and accessories brand established in 1998
  • Established: July 2003

Companies mentioned：株式会社JAM HOME MADE、藤岡勇吉本店、ZOZOTOWN

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Premium Water supports the sale of collaborative PET bottles designed with the natural monument “Itasenpara” in partnership with 岐阜県立羽島高等学校

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Originalプレミアムウォーター株式会社が、岐阜県立羽島高等学校とコラボレーションし、天然記念物「イタセンパラ」のイラストを用いたオリジナルペットボトルを無償で提供。2026年10月17日(土)に「2026/27シーズンJ3リーグ 第11節FC岐阜vs福島ユナイテッドFC」の会場で1本50円(税込)にて販売し、売上全額は2026年7月28日に発生した令和8年熊本地震の復興支援を目的に熊本県へ寄付される。

Facts

  • Types: 4
  • Original販売価格 ：1本50円（税込）
  • Sales date: Oct. 17, 2026
  • Support for recovery from the “Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake,” which occurred on July 28, 2026
  • “Raw natural water” has a shelf life of approximately 6 months from production when unopened
  • Natural water that meets 6 criteria: “natural water,” “mineral balance,” “soft water,” “pH level,” “non-heat treatment” and “freshness”
  • 2026/27 J3 League Round 11 FC岐阜 vs 福島ユナイテッドFC

Companies mentioned：プレミアムウォーター株式会社、岐阜県立羽島高等学校、FC岐阜、福島ユナイテッドFC、熊本県

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Iole to exhibit at “Japan DX & AX Week Autumn 2026”

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株式会社イオレ announced that it will exhibit at “Japan DX & AX Week Autumn 2026,” to be held at Makuhari Messe from Oct. 21–23, 2026. The company will showcase its 3-layer AI solutions, including its AI infrastructure solutions business (GPU servers and AI data centers), AI UI business (AI recruitment solutions), and on-chain finance business (the cryptocurrency lending service “らくらくちょコイン”).

Facts

  • One of Japan’s largest comprehensive DX and AX exhibitions, to be held at Makuhari Messe from Oct. 21–23, 2026
  • Iole shifted its business structure away from its internet media business following a management overhaul in June 2025
  • Established: April 25, 2001
  • Capital: ¥2.76295 billion ※As of March 31, 2026
  • Employees: 83 ※As of March 31, 2026
  • Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market (securities code: 2334)
  • Iole booth: Hall 7 / Booth A34-20
  • WOODMAN株式会社 booth (AI Infrastructure and Data Center EXPO / Booth A9-20)
  • The business operates across 3 layers

Companies mentioned：株式会社イオレ、RX Japan合同会社、WOODMAN株式会社

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Reiwa 8 Academic Year, Fall Semester: Hamada Campus Public Lecture Series! [島根県立大学]

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島根県立大学 is accepting registrations for its Hamada Campus public lectures for the fall semester of academic year Reiwa 8. A total of 7 lectures will be held from Oct. 14 to Dec. 16, covering topics including the use of AI, painting and music, administrative challenges, martial arts and further education, industrial clusters, a reassessment of an arts and culture center, and the ripple effects of events.

Facts

  • ① Course number (please indicate 1 to 7)
  • [Lecture 1] Oct. 14: Create interview articles using AI!
  • [Lecture 2] Oct. 21: Where painting and music intersect: A world of prayer performed on the zither
  • [Lecture 3] Oct. 28: Examining challenges in Shimane Prefecture as administrative issues
  • [Lecture 4] Nov. 4: “Balancing scholarship and martial arts, and further education—when did ‘martial arts’ become ‘sports’?”
  • [Lecture 5] Nov. 25: Visualizing the structure of industrial clusters in Shimane Prefecture
  • [Lecture 6] Dec. 9: Reassessing 島根県芸術文化センター「グラントワ」
  • [Lecture 7] Dec. 16: The ripple effects of events
  • Tel: 0855-25-9063
  • Fax: 0855-24-2387
  • 2433-2 Nohara-cho, Hamada, Shimane 697-0016

Companies mentioned：公立大学法人島根県立大学、島根県立大学、島根県芸術文化センター「グラントワ」

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Fry, roast, heat and more—all with one appliance. Hands-off cooking delivers delicious results just like deep-frying. The “ブラウン ノンフライヤー マルチフライ3” goes on sale Nov. 5, 2026

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De’Longhi Japan announced that it will launch the air fryer “ブラウン ノンフライヤー マルチフライ3（HF3030JBK）” from ブラウン ハウスホールド on Nov. 5, 2026. Its proprietary “RealAir Technology” cuts fat by up to 90%, while features include 8 automatic cooking programs, a large 4.3L capacity, and cooking up to 50% faster without preheating.

Facts

  • Cuts fat by up to 90%※1
  • 8 automatic cooking programs
  • Reduces cooking time by up to 50%※2
  • 4.3L basket (drawer) capacity
  • Can cook about 1 kg of frozen fries at once
  • Precise temperature settings from 80°C to 200°C
  • Power consumption: 1200 W.
  • Release date: Nov. 5, 2026 (Thu)
  • ブラウン, founded in Frankfurt, Germany, in 1921
  • デロンギ・ジャパン株式会社 was established in 1995

Companies mentioned：デロンギ・ジャパン株式会社、ブラウン ハウスホールド、ブラウン

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Spectee to discuss “Manufacturing and logistics that never stop” with leaders of major truck makers including Hino, Isuzu and UD Trucks at Japan Mobility Show Bizweek 2026

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株式会社Spectee will exhibit at Japan Mobility Show Bizweek 2026, to be held at Makuhari Messe from Oct. 13 to 16, 2026, and its Representative Director and CEO Kenjiro Murakami will speak at the business session of the Future Mobility Conference on Oct. 15. The session will feature the leaders of Isuzu Motors, Hino Motors and UD Trucks, along with Shinpei Kato of TIER IV. They will introduce Spectee SCR, which combines supply chain visibility with AI risk detection, and discuss logistics and transportation infrastructure that keeps operating in both normal times and emergencies.

Facts

  • Dates: Oct. 13 (Tue)–Oct. 16 (Fri), 2026, 10:00–17:00
  • Date and time: Oct. 15 (Thu), 2026, 13:00–14:30
  • 54.3% of executives and supply chain staff at automotive-related companies in the Tokai region said it takes 2 or more days to determine whether suppliers have been affected by a disaster
  • 105 executives and supply chain staff working at automotive-related companies in the Tokai region (Aichi, Gifu, Shizuoka and Mie prefectures)
  • Booth No.: S-22
  • Survey period: July 17–July 25, 2026
  • Spectee survey on the state of supply chain risk management (announced Aug. 7, 2026)

Companies mentioned：株式会社Spectee、いすゞ自動車株式会社、日野自動車株式会社、UDトラックス株式会社、株式会社ティアフォー、一般社団法人日本自動車工業会、一般社団法人日本自動車部品工業会、東京大学

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MOONSTAR’s 810s presents ORDLY, a new design with a traditional look, and a new color for the SNOWF winter boots

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株式会社ムーンスター will launch ET058 ORDLY, a new design with a traditional look from its 810s brand, on Oct. 21 as a new product for the 2026 fall/winter season. The price is ¥13,200, including tax. A new IVORY/BLACK color will also be added to its staple winter boots, ET013 SNOWF (¥11,000 including tax).

Facts

  • New products for the 2026 fall/winter season from 810s will go on sale starting Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026.
  • ET058_ORDLY K-BLACK ¥13,200 (tax included)
  • Price including tax: ¥11,000
  • Sizes: 23.0–29.0 cm (no half sizes)
  • 4 cm x 4 hours of breathable waterproofing
  • TEL: 0800-800-1792 (toll-free), weekdays 10:00–17:30

Companies mentioned：株式会社ムーンスター、MOONSTAR、810s

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Standard Products opens its first store in Fukui, completing its presence in all 47 prefectures; DAISO and Standard Products to open at Fair Mall Fukui on Nov. 6

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株式会社大創産業 will open the prefecture’s first Standard Products store on the 2nd floor of Fair Mall Fukui in Fukui City, Fukui Prefecture, on Nov. 6, 2026. The store will be a combined location for its 2 brands, DAISO and Standard Products, completing its presence in all 47 prefectures. To mark the opening, Echizen washi memo pads will be given away at all stores. The store will also carry wooden chopsticks made with cherry and cypress from Fukui Prefecture, as well as Wakasa-nuri lacquered chopsticks.

Facts

  • Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
  • There are 33 DAISO stores in Fukui Prefecture
  • A second Standard Products store in Fukui Prefecture is also scheduled to open at Pario CITY on Friday, Dec. 4
  • DAISO Fair Mall Fukui store: 138 tsubo (about 456.2 m²)
  • Standard Products Fair Mall Fukui store: 70 tsubo (about 231.4 m²)
  • Spend ¥1,100 or more, including tax, at any Standard Products store
  • ※Limited to the first 2,000 customers; offer ends when supplies run out
  • 5,891 stores in 26 countries and regions worldwide, including Japan
  • Capital: 2.7 billion yen
  • Sales: 771 billion yen on a consolidated basis
  • ¥698.3 billion on a standalone basis (March 2025–end of February 2026)
  • Handles approximately 58,000 products
  • Opened its first store in Shibuya, Tokyo, in March 2021
  • Established: December 1977
  • Business hours: 10:00–21:00

Companies mentioned：株式会社大創産業、DAISO、Standard Products、THREEPPY

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AEO service Answer IO adds support for Claude and the GPT-6 series

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株式会社フィードフォース has begun measuring Anthropic’s AI assistant Claude with its AEO service Answer IO, which can now track 4 models, including Claude Opus 5.5. It has also added support for OpenAI’s latest GPT-6 series models, Astra, Sol and Luna. This enables users to compare brand scores on the same basis across 6 AI search platforms: ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Google AI Overviews, Google AI Mode and Perplexity.

Facts

  • The service measures 4 models, including the latest Opus model, Claude Opus 5.5
  • Users can now compare how their brand appears across 6 AI search platforms on the same basis
  • OpenAI announced 3 models in September 2026: GPT-6 Astra, GPT-6 Sol and GPT-6 Luna
  • Errors by GPT-6 Sol fell to about half those of its predecessor, GPT-5.6 Sol
  • It says Luna can also deliver accuracy on par with GPT-5.6 Sol at about 1/100 the cost when its reasoning setting is set to high
  • Claude Opus 5.5, announced on Sept. 22, 2026
  • Original消費ポイントは1回の測定・1モデルにつき1ポイントで、最上位のGPT-6 Astraのみ2ポイントです
  • Only the top-tier GPT-6 Astra costs 2 points
  • The Answer IO free plan also lets users try measurements with the latest models using the 20 points granted upon initial registration

Companies mentioned：株式会社フィードフォース、Anthropic、OpenAI、Google

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High insulation expands the options for living spaces

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In the first findings from a joint study by 株式会社住環境研究所, 積水化学工業株式会社 and the University of Tokyo’s Institute of Industrial Science, an integrated analysis of HEMS electricity data and floor plans from 4,712 actual homes, along with 3,973 resident assessments, found that adoption of open-plan layouts with a void in the LDK increased from 14% to 22% between 2019 and 2024. At insulation grade 6, the annual air-conditioning electricity index for open-plan layouts was 96, lower than that of closed-plan layouts at insulation grade 4, while resident satisfaction was also the highest, at 75%.

Facts

  • ❶ Open-plan layouts increased about 1.6 times, from 14% to 22%
  • ❷ Semi-open-plan layouts decreased from 34% to 26%
  • For 4,712 actual homes, with conditions other than layout held constant
  • Based on 3,973 resident surveys conducted 1 year after moving in
  • The annual air-conditioning electricity index for ❶ open-plan layouts at insulation grade 6 was 96
  • compared with 12 points at insulation grade 4
  • and 5 points at insulation grade 6
  • 75% for ❶ open-plan layouts
  • 72% for ❷ semi-open-plan layouts
  • 67% for ❸ closed-plan layouts
  • Annual air-conditioning electricity consumption from July 2025 through June 2026

Companies mentioned：積水化学工業株式会社、株式会社住環境研究所、東京大学生産技術研究所エネルギーシステムインテグレーション社会連携研究部門

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New production plant in Gamagori, Aichi Prefecture, for injection-molded products for vehicle interiors and exteriors

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Original積水化学工業の100％子会社・積水テクノ成型が、愛知県蒲郡市に車輌内外装向け射出成形品を生産する愛知第二工場を新設すると発表。約20億円を投資し、2029年2月の稼働開始を計画。国内生産能力は約40％増強される見込み。

Facts

  • Approximately 2 billion yen will be invested in the plant
  • Operations are scheduled to begin in February 2029
  • With the plant's launch, Sekisui Techno Mold expects its domestic production capacity to increase by approximately 40%
  • Original工場延床面積4,350㎡
  • Sales: 23.7 billion yen (FY2025, including overseas group companies)
  • Employees: 184 (company-only figures for 2025)
  • Original資本金 2億円（積水化学工業株式会社100％子会社）

Companies mentioned：積水化学工業株式会社、積水テクノ成型株式会社、積水ナノコートテクノロジー株式会社

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Schoo launches 2nd term of “Connecting Learning Together College powered by Schoo Mesh” in 鹿児島県日置市

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Original株式会社Schooは、鹿児島県日置市にて地域共創型人材育成サービス「Schoo Mesh」の取り組みとして「令和8年度 日置市 つながる学び合いカレッジ powered by Schoo Mesh」第2期を2026年11月より順次開講する。第1期（2025年10月〜2026年3月）は市内9社・43名が参加し好評を得た。第2期では経営者層・管理職層を層別化したプログラムを提供し、「ひおき共創コンソーシアム」とも連携する。

Facts

  • 9 companies and 43 people from the city took part
  • The 1st term ran from October 2025 to March 2026
  • Course for executives: November 2026 to January 2027 (4 sessions total / final session held in person)
  • Executives at local companies / approximately 15 people
  • Course for managers: January to March 2027 (4 sessions total / final session held in person)
  • Managers at local companies / approximately 30–40 people
  • (4 sessions total / final session held in person)
  • Approximately 9,000 past broadcasts are available as recorded lessons
  • Approximately 1.44 million registered members to date
  • Cumulative number of client companies surpasses 4,500
  • Established subsidiary LoLLL株式会社 in April 2026 to provide comprehensive HR services for local communities
  • Established: October 3, 2011

Companies mentioned：株式会社Schoo、鹿児島県日置市、ひおき共創コンソーシアム、LoLLL株式会社

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Applications open for FY2026 Misumi Student Manufacturing Support program

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Original株式会社ミスミグループ本社が、工学系のものづくりに取り組む学生団体を支援する「ミスミ学生ものづくり支援」の2026年度公募を2026年10月21日より開始。19年目となる本年度から支援方法を刷新し、有効期間1年間の「90％OFFクーポン」を提供。各団体が必要なタイミングで部品調達できるようになる。通常支援は最大100団体（5万円分）、特別支援は最大10団体（10万円分）。

Facts

  • Applications for FY2026 open on Wednesday, October 21, 2026
  • The program marks its 19th year in 2026
  • Launched in FY2008 to support students who will lead the next generation of manufacturing
  • We have supported more than 2,000 student groups in total
  • Providing “90% OFF coupons” valid for 1 year
  • For 1 year from the coupon issue date
  • Standard support: A coupon offering 90% off purchases up to ¥50,000 before the discount
  • Up to 100 groups
  • Special support: A coupon offering 90% off purchases up to ¥100,000 before the discount
  • Up to 10 groups (activities judged especially outstanding will be selected)
  • Application period: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 to Wednesday, November 18
  • Results: Applicants will be notified by email by Friday, December 25, 2026
  • We manufacture and sell more than 40 million types of machine parts, tools and consumables used in manufacturing worldwide through e-commerce
  • A 10% share of the purchase amount must be paid by the recipient

Companies mentioned：株式会社ミスミグループ本社

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[October 19 event] Chemical substance management: Key points to help you navigate with confidence

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NTTアドバンステクノロジ株式会社 (NTT-AT; headquarters: Shinjuku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Tadashi Ito) announced that it will speak at the seminar “Chemical Substance Management: Key Points to Help You Navigate with Confidence,” hosted by 株式会社情報機構 on Monday, October 19, 2026. The speaker will be NTT-AT's Kensuke Tamura, who is a lead auditor certified under ISO 14001. In addition to explaining the 4th edition of the CiP Guidelines, he will offer practical priorities for determining “the minimum that needs to be done to meet the requirements” with limited staff and time. The seminar will be held from 12:30 to 16:30 in Lecture Room 3 on the 5th floor of Curian in Oimachi, Tokyo.

Facts

  • A seminar hosted by 株式会社情報機構 on Monday, October 19, 2026
  • Monday, October 19, 2026, 12:30–16:30
  • “Guidelines for the Management of Chemical Substances in Products” (CiP Guidelines, 4th edition)

Companies mentioned：NTTアドバンステクノロジ株式会社、株式会社情報機構、NTTグループ

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TOZO wins VGP2026 with AeroSound wireless earbuds featuring up to -45dB ANC and up to 55 hours of playback

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株式会社ロア・インターナショナル has launched the AeroSound true wireless earbuds under the TOZO brand, featuring adaptive hybrid ANC of up to -45dB and up to 55 hours of playback. The model, which won a VGP2026 award, features TOZO's proprietary OrigX™ acoustic technology, IPX8 water resistance, an AI-compatible app and 6-mic ENC call noise reduction. It is now available through the official online store, “mycaseshop.jp.”

Facts

  • Adaptive hybrid ANC of up to -45dB
  • Up to 55 hours of playback
  • Up to approximately 14 hours from the earbuds alone
  • <ANC on> Up to 8 hours (earbuds only)
  • Up to 30 hours (with charging case)
  • Powerful deep bass with playback down to 15Hz
  • 10mm dynamic drivers
  • ENC call noise reduction using a total of 6 microphones across both earbuds
  • Weight: 43g
  • Dimensions: 62x39.3x28mm
  • Frequency response: 20Hz–20kHz
  • Battery: earbuds 55mAh / case 500mAh
  • Charging time: approximately 2 hours
  • An audio brand founded in Seattle, U.S., in 2015
  • Offers more than 100 products, primarily true wireless earbuds
  • More than 50 countries worldwide
  • Supported by more than 30 million users to date
  • Established: July 2006
  • IPX8 water resistance

Companies mentioned：株式会社ロア・インターナショナル、TOZO（トゾ）

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Fast-growing sport pickleball becomes a lifestyle: New fall/winter apparel from dedicated brand TOCO combines performance with off-court style!

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ビーズ株式会社 announced that it will launch 3 new fall/winter apparel products on October 7, 2026, from TOCO（トコ）, its dedicated pickleball brand. Designed specifically for the Japanese market, the apparel combines performance with styles that can also be worn off the court, offering a fall/winter pickleball lifestyle.

Facts

  • Launch date: Wednesday, October 7, 2026
  • ・Suggested price: ¥7,370 (tax included)
  • ・Suggested price: ¥9,460 (tax included)
  • ・Suggested price: ¥6,600 (tax included)
  • New apparel ideal for pickleball in autumn and winter: the TOCO Back Graphic Waffle Tee LS (TTS013), Pickleballer Mesh Pocket Pants (TPT015), and a size S version of the Pickleballer Mesh Pocket Shorts (TPT009) are launching.

Companies mentioned：ビーズ株式会社、TOCO（トコ）

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The second collaboration between 北岸由美 and Afternoon Tea! Capturing “a heart-fluttering moment as we look forward to a joyful Christmas”

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Lifestyle brand Afternoon Tea LIVING（アフタヌーンティー・リビング） will launch Christmas-themed collaboration items with illustrator 北岸由美, marking their second collaboration, at stores nationwide and its official online store from Wednesday, October 28, 2026. The playful collection features Christmas motifs such as cakes, teacups and stamps, and includes a wide range of items, from plates and mugs to plush toys and other accessories. To mark the launch, special promotions will include complimentary art tag cards designed by 北岸由美 and limited-edition tin badges, seasonal gift wrapping and an original artwork exhibition.

Facts

  • The collaboration items will go on sale from Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at Afternoon Tea LIVING stores nationwide and the official Afternoon Tea online store.
  • Currently operates about 110 stores nationwide and an online store.
  • Celebrates its 45th anniversary in September 2026.
  • With purchases of ¥4,000 or more, including tax
  • *Limited to the first 60 customers each day.
  • Multi-fabric \9,900
  • Ornament Tea: ¥648 each

Companies mentioned：株式会社ＩＣＬ、Afternoon Tea LIVING（アフタヌーンティー・リビング）、アフタヌーンティー・リビング アトレ吉祥寺、アフタヌーンティー・リビング ホワイティうめだ、ルクア大阪

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SORACOM supports communications for one of Japan’s premier mountain endurance races.

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株式会社ソラコム announced that SORACOM will support cellular communications (LTE-M) for IBUKI GPS, a GPS location service provided by 株式会社OND, at the 34th Japan Mountain Endurance Race (Hasetsune Cup), to be held in the Okutama mountain area of Tokyo in October 2026. IBUKI GPS will be designated as mandatory equipment starting with the 34th race, enabling safer event operations through the visualization of all participants’ locations and allowing fans and family members to check runners’ locations.

Facts

  • With about 2,000 participants
  • Complete the 71.5km course in the Okutama mountain area within 24 hours.
  • Complete the course within 24 hours.
  • 34th Japan Mountain Endurance Race
  • Focusing on IoT communications that connect users across more than 200 countries and regions

Companies mentioned：株式会社ソラコム、株式会社OND

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A quick “pon” makes labeling lots of items a breeze! Shachihata’s name-labeling series, which helps ease the burden of preparing for nursery school and school enrollment, has been revamped as “Ponmy.”

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シヤチハタ株式会社 announced that it will revamp its name-labeling series as “Ponmy” and launch it on November 5, 2026, to ease the burden of labeling items when families with children prepare for nursery school and school enrollment. The products have been improved based on user feedback, including the use of pigment ink and a review of stamp-face sizes, and can be used on a variety of materials, including paper, fabric, plastic and diapers.

Facts

  • The new “Ponmy” series will go on sale Thursday, November 5, 2026.
  • Choose from 144 illustrations or create your own character.
  • Two options are available: a 13-piece set and a …23-piece set.
  • 13-piece set containing 8 types of rubber stamps and 5 accessories, including an ink pad and refill ink.
  • 23-piece set containing 17 types of rubber stamps and 6 accessories, including an ink pad and refill ink.
  • TEL: 052-523-6935

Companies mentioned：シヤチハタ株式会社

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Enjoy an exciting Christmas with Tomte, the Swedish elf♪ “YOKUMOKU Christmas Collection 2026” launches Sunday, November 1.

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Original株式会社ヨックモックが「ヨックモック クリスマス コレクション2026」を2026年11月1日（日）に発売すると発表。トムテシリーズとホリデーシリーズの2シリーズを展開し、公式オンラインショップでは10月30日（金）より先行発売。青山本店ではクリスマス限定ケーキも販売。

Facts

  • The “YOKUMOKU Christmas Collection 2026” will go on sale from Sunday, November 1, 2026, at YOKUMOKU stores nationwide and the official online shop.
  • *Early release from Friday, October 30, 2026, on the online shop only.
  • Original2026年11月1日(日)～12月25日(金) ※なくなり次第終了
  • Original1994年にYOKUMOKU OF AMERICA, Inc.がニーマン マーカスをはじめアメリカ全土の百貨店で発売しました。
  • Since 2003, French female painter クレーヴ has created a new design each year.
  • Cigare® *Christmas design Price: ¥950, including tax
  • Bie au Chocolat au Lait *Christmas design Price: ¥864, including tax
  • Cigare® *Christmas design Price: ¥2,160, including tax
  • Cadeau de Noël Price: ¥2,700, including tax Contents: 28 pieces in 3 varieties
  • Cadeau de Noël Price: ¥4,212, including tax Contents: 44 pieces in 3 varieties
  • Holiday Season Assortment Price: ¥3,240, including tax
  • Holiday Season Assortment Price: ¥5,400, including tax
  • Minami-Aoyama Roll ~Triple Chocolate~ Price: ¥3,996, including tax
  • Cake Noël *Contains alcohol Price: ¥3,100, including tax
  • *Contains 1.2% alcohol.
  • YOKUMOKU stores nationwide, the official online shop, and overseas locations (Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, UAE and Thailand)

Companies mentioned：株式会社ヨックモック、YOKUMOKU OF AMERICA, Inc.、ニーマン マーカス

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Originalアパマンショップ「50音ダンス」第22弾「津編」を10月7日公開

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OriginalAPAMAN株式会社は、アパマンショップ公式キャラクター「べあ～君」「ハニちゃん」による「50音ダンス企画」の第22弾「津編」を2026年10月7日に公式SNSおよびYouTubeで公開。三重県津市をテーマに、名物「はちみつまん」をイメージした振付を通じて地域魅力を発信する。

Facts

  • Original第22弾「津編」を、2026年10月7日（水）にアパマンショップ公式SNSおよびYouTubeで公開します。
  • The 22nd installment of the “50-Syllable Dance Project,” the “Tsu Edition”
  • Originalアパマンショップは、三重県内に5店舗を展開し
  • Business hours: 09:00–18:00
  • Closed: Wednesdays
  • Telephone: 059-256-0005

Companies mentioned：APAMAN株式会社、アパマンショップ

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[Target of 305% achieved in 5 days!] Enjoyably and deliciously recreate the taste of a monjayaki specialty restaurant with “Teppan monja,” a stainless steel plate now available for advance reservations on Makuake.

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ライフオンプロダクツ株式会社 opened advance reservations for “Teppan monja,” a stainless steel hot plate that makes it easy to enjoy monjayaki at home, on the crowdfunding service Makuake on October 1, 2026. It significantly exceeded its funding goal within 24 hours of launch and attracted support totaling more than 305% of its target in 5 days. The 3-layer clad plate model is priced from ¥13,860, including tax, and is scheduled to ship from early November 2026.

Facts

  • Support totaling more than 305% of the target in 5 days
  • Already significantly exceeded its funding goal within 24 hours of launch
  • ¥13,860 and up
  • Special early-bird offer: 2-unit set, ¥27,720
  • Dimensions: 493×288×53mm
  • Size when using the stand: 30×288×53mm
  • Weight: 3,856g
  • Power consumption: 1,200W
  • Power supply: AC100V 50/60Hz
  • Keep-warm to high: 250°C
  • Power cord (approx.): 1.3m
  • 1-year warranty
  • Starts at 10 a.m. on Thursday, October 1, 2026
  • 22:00 on Wednesday, October 28, 2026
  • Scheduled for early November 2026
  • [Established] July 29, 2003

Companies mentioned：ライフオンプロダクツ株式会社、Life on Products（ライフオンプロダクツ）、Makuake

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New “Everyone’s Jacket” combines cardigan-like lightness with a polished look—and stays wrinkle-free even when rolled up and packed in a travel bag

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Original青山商事株式会社は、カーディガンのような軽さときちんと感を両立した『みんなのジャケット』を10月7日に「洋服の青山」「スーツスクエア」全店および公式オンラインストアで発売開始。税込8,789円。

Facts

  • “Everyone’s Jacket” will go on sale from Wednesday, October 7, at all 洋服の青山 and スーツスクエア stores and on the official online store.
  • Retail price: ¥8,789 including tax
  • Materials: 95% polyester, 5% polyurethane
  • Sizes: S to 3L (5 sizes total)
  • It has become a hit product, with cumulative sales surpassing 110,000 garments in 10 months since launch.

Companies mentioned：青山商事株式会社、洋服の青山、スーツスクエア

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67 companies, including ＹＫ Ｃｏｎｓｕｌｔｉｎｇ株式会社, join the BATONZ Partner Program

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株式会社バトンズ, which operates BATONZ, an M&A and business succession support platform, announced that 67 new M&A specialists, including ＹＫ Ｃｏｎｓｕｌｔｉｎｇ株式会社, joined the “BATONZ Partner Program” during the period from July 1, 2026, to September 30, 2026.

Facts

  • We are pleased to announce that 67 new M&A specialists joined the “BATONZ Partner Program” during the period from July 1, 2026, to September 30, 2026.
  • 64 other companies
  • You can also receive advice on M&A support from veterans with 20 or more years of experience as M&A specialists
  • A program for M&A specialists launched in March 2020.
  • Established: April 2018
  • Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market, securities code 554A
  • Employment placement license number: 13-ユ-318789
  • 10th Floor, Shinagawa HEART, 1-8-23 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo

Companies mentioned：株式会社バトンズ、ＹＫ Ｃｏｎｓｕｌｔｉｎｇ株式会社、彩羽経営アドバイザリー、ALCHEMY Consulting

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[Expanding nationwide for the long autumn nights] nishikawa’s sleep select shop “suyara Shop” will open a record-high 8 locations nationwide at once in October!

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西川株式会社 (nishikawa) announced that it will open 8 new locations of its sleep select shop “suyara Shop” in October 2026 across 6 prefectures and metropolitan areas: Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama, Yamanashi, Hiroshima and Fukuoka. This will bring the nationwide total to 22 locations. The openings will take place in sequence, starting October 1 at イトーヨーカドーアリオ深谷 in Saitama and ゆめタウン in Hiroshima, and concluding October 31 at アピタ in Saitama. Key products include the “suyara #001 Dots Mattress” (¥24,200 and up) and the “#003 torofuwa All-Season Down Comforter” (¥36,300).

Facts

  • In October 2026, we will open a total of 8 “suyara Shop” locations across 6 prefectures and metropolitan areas: Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama, Yamanashi, Hiroshima and Fukuoka
  • “suyara Shop” will expand to a nationwide total of 22 locations
  • Across 6 prefectures and metropolitan areas: Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama, Yamanashi, Hiroshima and Fukuoka
  • More than 70% of this generation say they “do not get enough sleep”
  • Basic survey on sleep: 10,000 people
  • Survey of 3,000 people (men and women aged 18–79), conducted in July 2026
  • suyara #001 Dots Mattress, bed mattress type: ¥48,400 and up
  • suyara #001 Dots Mattress, tri-fold futon type: ¥36,300 and up
  • suyara #001 Dots Mattress, futon type: ¥24,200 and up
  • suyara #001 Dots Mattress, topper type: ¥16,500 and up
  • suyara #002 Bounce Mattress, bed mattress type: ¥36,300 and up
  • suyara #002 Bounce Mattress, tri-fold futon type: ¥24,200 and up
  • suyara #003 torofuwa All-Season Down Comforter: ¥36,300 (single size)
  • suyara #005 punitoro Pillow: ¥7,260

Companies mentioned：西川株式会社、nishikawa、イトーヨーカドー、ゆめタウン、アピタ、ピオニウォーク、イオン、イオンモール新利府、アリオ鳳、GoodsPress

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Korean vegan lifestyle brand “ANILLO (アニーロ)” makes its long-awaited debut at Cosme Kitchen!

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株式会社フードコスメ announced that it has signed an exclusive distribution agreement in Japan for ANILLO（アニーロ）, a Korean vegan lifestyle brand, and will begin selling products including hair essence and body and hand care sets at Cosme Kitchen and Biople stores and on the WEB STORE operated by 株式会社マッシュビューティラボ from Friday, October 16, 2026.

Facts

  • Sales will begin on October 16, 2026, at Cosme Kitchen and Biople stores and on the WEB STORE operated by 株式会社マッシュビューティラボ.
  • Patchouli Garden Damage Hair Essence (hair serum), 50ml: ¥2,475 including tax
  • Amber 528 Body & Hand Care Set: ¥6,930 including tax
  • Hair & Lip Care Set: ¥4,510 including tax
  • ・Capital: ¥45 million
  • ・Employees: 40 (as of June 2026)
  • ・Established: June 1, 2009
  • Original株式会社ＩＫホールディングス(本社：愛知県名古屋市 代表取締役会長兼社長：飯田裕)の100%子会社

Companies mentioned：株式会社ＩＫホールディングス、株式会社フードコスメ、株式会社マッシュビューティラボ、ANILLO（アニーロ）、Cosme Kitchen、Biople、SKINFOOD、hince、AROMATICA、klairs、BRAYE、PINKWONDER、CHASIN'RABBITS

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DESCENTE signs advisory agreement with track and field high jumper Nagisa Takahashi

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株式会社デサント has signed an advisory agreement under the DESCENTE brand with Nagisa Takahashi, a women’s high jumper who competes at the world level and is affiliated with センコーグループホールディングス株式会社. The company will support her by supplying competition apparel, training gear and other items, while strengthening promotion of women’s products and using her feedback in product development.

Facts

  • Set an indoor Japanese record of 1m92
  • Won the Japan Championships for the 3rd consecutive time
  • Date of birth: January 15, 2000
  • 2025: Competed at the Tokyo 2025 World Athletics Championships
  • 2026: Won the 110th Japan Athletics Championships
  • 2026: Competed at the 20th Asian Games

Companies mentioned：株式会社デサント、センコーグループホールディングス株式会社

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[Following strong response to the advance sale, now rolling out nationwide] The refreshed new staple “Original Chicken Burgers,” revamped for the first time in 43 years and featuring juicy chicken thighs, will go on sale at KFC locations nationwide from Wednesday, October 14

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Original日本ケンタッキー・フライド・チキン株式会社が、43年ぶりにレシピ・製法を刷新した新定番「オリジナルチキンバーガーズ」を、2026年10月14日(水)から全国のKFC店舗で販売開始する。鶏むね肉からジューシーな鶏もも肉に変更し、粉付けやソースを再構築。定番4種と新商品「プレミア」「プレミアチーズ」、単品「骨なしオリジナルチキン」も展開。先行販売(神奈川・広島・鹿児島)で好評だったことから全国展開する。

Facts

  • A major overhaul for the first time in 43 years!
  • ■ Launch date: Oct. 14, 2026
  • “Original Chicken Burger” … 490 yen
  • “Original Chicken Burger (Red Hot Sauce)” … 540 yen
  • “Premier Burger” … 750 yen
  • “Premier Cheese Burger” … 790 yen
  • “Boneless Original Chicken” … 350 yen
  • “Premier Cheese Burger Hearty Set” … 1,490 yen (lunch price: 1,390 yen)
  • The flavor of 11 herbs and spices
  • Original本格的な開発に着手したのは2024年後半で、完成までに1年半を要しましたが

Companies mentioned：日本ケンタッキー・フライド・チキン株式会社、ケンタッキーフライドチキン (KFC)

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Beisia Foods Park 高萩モール店 reopens with a renewed focus on its food theme park concept, further enhancing the appeal of its grocery departments

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Original株式会社ベイシアは、2026年10月9日(金)に「Beisia Foods Park 高萩モール店」をリニューアルオープンする。1999年3月のオープン以来約27年を迎える同店を「食のテーマパーク」として改装し、青果・惣菜・鮮魚・精肉・フローズン各売場を充実させた。新規テナント「TAKOYAKI KUKU」も出店する。

Facts

  • Beisia Foods Park 高萩モール店 will reopen on Oct. 9, 2026.
  • Since opening in March 1999, Beisia Takahagi Mall Store has been a familiar presence for the local community for about 27 years.
  • For about 27 years since opening in March 1999
  • Oct. 9: 11:00 / 13:30 / 15:30
  • Business hours: 9:00–20:00
  • Phone: 0293-23-7111

Companies mentioned：株式会社ベイシア、Beisia Foods Park 高萩モール店、TAKOYAKI KUKU

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Soul'd Out launches its AI-BPR platform “So Compass” in earnest! Redesigning digital marketing operations with generative AI and AI agents

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Originalソウルドアウト株式会社は、デジタルマーケティング業務を生成AIとAIエージェント活用前提で再設計する独自のAI-BPR基盤『So Compass（エスオーコンパス）』の実運用を本格開始した。入稿・配信設定、要因分析・レポート、進捗・予算管理、品質・安全管理の4領域で業務工数の大幅削減を見込み、運用担当者は戦略立案や顧客伴走といった高付加価値業務に集中できる環境を実現する。本取り組みは博報堂ＤＹグループの横断的AI専門家集団「HCAI Professionals」の活動の一環としても推進される。

Facts

  • (1) Ad submission and delivery settings: Standardization through automatic generation from entered instructions (expected to reduce creation time by about 60%)
  • Original（２）要因分析・レポート：データ統合と対話による考察・資料化の一本化（資料化工数の約6〜7割削減を見込む）
  • (3) Progress and budget management: Standard adoption of automation tools and establishment of company-wide rules (expected to reduce management workload by about 50%)
  • With 28 locations nationwide, we operate a community-based model that emphasizes in-person support.
  • Established: December 16, 2009

Companies mentioned：ソウルドアウト株式会社、博報堂ＤＹグループ

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LINK-J, which promotes industry-government-academia collaboration in life sciences, cuts about 1,350 hours annually by adopting TOKIUM

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Original株式会社TOKIUMは、一般社団法人LINK-JがTOKIUMインボイスおよびTOKIUM経費精算を導入し、請求書処理や経費精算などの経理業務で年間約1,350時間を削減したと発表。LINK-Jでは従来、月約90件の請求書を手入力で処理し、月約120件の経費申請を台紙貼付やExcel入力で対応しており、TOKIIUM導入により効率化を実現した。

Facts

  • About 1,350 hours saved annually
  • About 90 invoices arrive each month
  • About 120 cases arise each month
  • Number of employees: 30
  • Capital: 100 million yen
  • Established: March 2016
  • Established: June 26, 2012

Companies mentioned：株式会社TOKIUM、一般社団法人LINK-J

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Autumn at BEAUTY&YOUTH, styled by Tsubasa Honda. “BEAUTY&YOUTH meets TSUBASA HONDA” now available

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Original株式会社ユナイテッドアローズが展開する「ビューティー＆ユース ユナイテッドアローズ（BY）」は、俳優・モデルの本田翼さんを起用したスペシャルコンテンツ「BEAUTY&YOUTH meets TSUBASA HONDA」を公開。秋冬シーズンに向けた全2回の特別連載で、Vol.1（2026年10月7日公開）ではBYの定番アイテムであるパンツにフォーカスし、本田翼さんが着こなす4つのスタイリングを提案する。

Facts

  • The feature presents 4 recommended autumn looks centered on BY's signature pants.
  • This is a special series consisting of 2 installments for the fall/winter season.
  • Vol. 1 release date: Oct. 7, 2026
  • Vol. 2 release date: Nov. 4, 2026
  • Actor and fashion model. Born June 27, 1992.
  • Founded in 1989.
  • Knitwear (layered) <BEAUTY＆YOUTH> ¥13,970
  • Pants <BEAUTY＆YOUTH> ¥16,940
  • Shoes <FILA> ¥12,100
  • Blouson <BEAUTY＆YOUTH> ¥17,930
  • Shoes <ARTESANOS for BEAUTY&YOUTH> ¥27,940
  • Shoes <EMU for BEAUTY&YOUTH> ¥19,800

Companies mentioned：株式会社TABAYAホールディングス、株式会社ユナイテッドアローズ、ビューティー＆ユース ユナイテッドアローズ、FILA、ARTESANOS for BEAUTY&YOUTH、EMU for BEAUTY&YOUTH

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Luup takes part in “SHIBUYA HAWAIIAN FES 2026,” bringing a taste of Hawaii to Shibuya

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Original株式会社Luupは、2026年10月9日・10日に渋谷区で開催される「SHIBUYA HAWAIIAN FES 2026」にあわせて、会場周辺の5つのポートを発着地としたLUUPのライド料金を25%OFFとする特別施策を実施することを発表した。渋谷区とハワイ州ホノルル市の姉妹都市協定を契機に東急株式会社が発起人となり初めて開催される同イベントで、Luupは会場間の移動をスムーズにし回遊性向上に貢献するとしている。

Facts

  • We will offer a special promotion with 25% off rides starting or ending at ports near the venue.
  • LUUP rides starting or ending at the following 5 ports near the venue will be 25% off.
  • Offer period: Oct. 9 and 10, 2026, 11:00–17:00
  • Centered around 3 venues in the Shibuya area
  • Founded: July 2018

Companies mentioned：株式会社Luup、東急株式会社、ファミリーマート 渋谷神南北谷公園前店

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[Ami Kobe] Enjoy Christmas from a prime seat overlooking Kobe Port's nightscape. Reservations are now open for Christmas-only dinners available from 12/24 to 12/26

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Original株式会社ラスイートが運営する「レストランカフェテラス アミ神戸」（神戸市中央区、ラスイートルパンビル2階）が、2026年12月24日～26日の3日間限定でクリスマス特別ディナーコースを提供。神戸港の夜景を一望できる窓側席確約コース（乾杯シャンパーニュ付き）は22,000円、通常コース（乾杯スパークリングワイン付き）は19,800円。総料理長・笠原鉄平氏による5種前菜、北海道蝦夷鮑、神戸ポークのブイヤベース、淡路牛フィレとフォアグラのロッシーニ風、クリスマス仕様のデザートワゴンなど全6品構成。

Facts

  • Dec. 24, 2026 (Thu)–Dec. 26 (Sat)
  • Service hours: 17:00–22:00
  • ◆ [Window-side seating guaranteed] Christmas special dinner course with a complimentary champagne toast, 22,000 yen
  • ◆ Christmas special dinner course with a complimentary sparkling wine toast, 19,800 yen
  • ami special assortment of 5 appetizers
  • Originalアミ神戸 078-391-5050（直通）

Companies mentioned：株式会社ラスイート、レストランカフェテラス アミ神戸、ラスイートルパンビル、ル・パン、イタリアマンチーニ社、ホテル ラ・スイート神戸ハーバーランド、ラ・スイート神戸オーシャンズガーデン、神戸みなと温泉 蓮、うめきた温泉 蓮 Wellbeing Park

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【 10/14 (Wed) 16:00 】Free online seminar: Developing new businesses that don't end as “pie in the sky”

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Facts

  • Taking place from 16:00 on 10/14 (Wed)
  • A knowledge database with insights from more than 800,000 people in Japan and overseas (as of February 2026)
  • We support business creation for more than 2,200 clients
  • Graduated with a master's degree from Kyoto University’s Faculty of Engineering in 1992
  • Served as head of the Business Strategy Department from 2016
  • Served as head of the Overseas Business Development Department in the Resources and Overseas Business Division from 2019
  • Has held the current position since 2022
  • An expert network of more than 800,000 people across 190 countries
  • Used by 1 in 4 companies listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market
  • Date and time: October 14 (Wed), 16:00–17:15
  • Participation fee: Free

Companies mentioned：株式会社ビザスク、大阪ガス株式会社、Daigas グループ

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チェック・ポイント Research warns of cybercrime targeting consumers and related industries ahead of Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2026

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チェック・ポイント・リサーチ (CPR), the research division of Check Point Software Technologies, has released findings on Amazon-related cybercrime and issued a warning ahead of Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2026, scheduled for October 16–19. New registrations of Amazon-related domains rose 42%, from 905 in July 2026 to 1,284 in September, with 6.5% classified as malicious. Researchers also identified fake login pages targeting users in multiple countries, including Japan, and malicious infrastructure such as AmazonShopping and AmazonGlobal. The financial services industry averaged 2,650 cyberattacks per week, while the retail industry averaged 2,578. Consumers are urged to take precautions such as using official websites and enabling multi-factor authentication.

Facts

  • The figure rose 42%, from 905 in July 2026 to 1,284 in September
  • The figure rose 42% to 1,284 in September
  • The same month a year earlier (September 2025: 937)
  • That was also up 37% from the same month a year earlier (September 2025: 937)
  • In September 2026, 6.5% of newly registered Amazon and Prime Day-related domains were classified as malicious or suspicious by Check Point ThreatCloud
  • That amounts to 1 in every 16 new domains
  • It comprised 11 related domains
  • 10 of those domains were classified as malicious
  • “AmazonGlobal Numbered Domains” included 5 domains with a similar structure targeting overseas shoppers, all of which were identified as malicious
  • Original2026年9月には1組織当たりの週平均攻撃件数が2,650件に達しました
  • That was an increase of 14% from the previous month and 66% from the same month a year earlier
  • This was well above the 48% increase across all industries worldwide over the same period
  • Original2026年9月に1組織当たりの週平均攻撃数が2,578件に達しました
  • That was an increase of 22% from the previous month and 52% from the same month a year earlier
  • A global cybersecurity leader protecting more than 100,000 organizations around the world

Companies mentioned：チェック・ポイント・ソフトウェア・テクノロジーズ株式会社、チェック・ポイント・ソフトウェア・テクノロジーズ（Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.）、チェック・ポイント、チェック・ポイント・リサーチ（Check Point Research / CPR）、Amazon

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ブルーミング中西, founded in 1879, takes on a new challenge in the care sector

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ブルーミング中西株式会社, founded in 1879, is entering the care sector by drawing on its expertise in textile design, planning and manufacturing. The company announced that it will exhibit at CareTEX Osaka '26, held at INTEX Osaka from October 14 to 16, 2026, and display care apparel currently in development.

Facts

  • Founded: November 16, 1879
  • For more than 140 years, we have remained committed to a single piece of cloth
  • Jointly developed with input from the experience and expertise of someone who worked as a nurse for 30 years
  • CareTEX Osaka '26, held at INTEX Osaka from October 14 (Wed) to 16 (Fri), 2026
  • Original9時30分～17時00分
  • The 3 items are a gown, trousers and undergarments
  • (ブルーミング中西 exhibition booth) Hall 6, No. 6-29

Companies mentioned：ブルーミング中西株式会社、ブティックス株式会社

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The strongest skill humans retain after making full use of AI: Novasell President Masaki Tabe's new book, “The Strongest Skill in the AI Era: The Power of Individual Expertise—A Survival Strategy for Marketers Who Cannot Be Replaced,” goes on sale October 14 (Wed)

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A new book by Masaki Tabe, Representative Director and President of ノバセル株式会社, part of the Raksul Group, will be published by Nikkei BP on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. Titled “The Strongest Skill in the AI Era: The Power of Individual Expertise—A Survival Strategy for Marketers Who Cannot Be Replaced,” it argues that individual expertise is the strongest skill humans retain in the AI era, and examines marketing work and the use of AI across 10 chapters. The author was born in 1980, worked at 丸井グループ and テイクアンドギヴ・ニーズ before joining Raksul in 2014, launched the Novasell business in 2018, and became president of Novasell after it was spun off in 2022.

Facts

  • Release date: Wednesday, October 14, 2026
  • Price: 2,000 yen (before tax)
  • Marketing know-how that has driven Raksul's growth to date, backed by an investment of approximately 5 billion yen
  • Born in 1980
  • Joined テイクアンドギヴ・ニーズ in 2007
  • Joined Raksul in August 2014
  • Became CMO (Chief Marketing Officer) in October 2016
  • Date established: February 1, 2022
  • Changed title from Raksul CMO to CRO (Chief Revenue Officer) in August 2025
  • Date of establishment: September 1, 2009

Companies mentioned：ラクスル株式会社、ノバセル株式会社、株式会社日経BP、丸井グループ、テイクアンドギヴ・ニーズ、株式会社ポーラ、FUSION、カウシェ、Amazon

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少数株ドットコム's Yutaka Yamanaka examines the Clarivate Citation Laureates [Economics]: Hal Varian—the information economist who explained the economics of information goods and search advertising

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少数株ドットコム株式会社 announced that it will hold the second session of its special webinar series, “Yutaka Yamanaka Examines the Clarivate Citation Laureates,” on October 8, 2026. This session will focus on Hal Varian in the field of economics, examining his contributions to the economics of information goods and search advertising auction theory, as well as his prospects for winning the Nobel Prize.

Facts

  • We are pleased to announce that it will be held on October 8, 2026
  • 89 of those selected have gone on to receive the Nobel Prize
  • Since its launch in 2002
  • From 1995 to 2003, he served as the first dean of UC Berkeley's School of Information
  • Filed 15 shareholder proposals with HOYA as a founding-family shareholder
  • Individual disclosure of executive compensation (just over 45% in favor)
  • Expansion of the word limit for explanations of shareholder proposals (4,000 characters)
  • Shareholder proposals have secured support in the 40% range at companies including Mizuho FG, MUFG and Resona HD
  • More than 1,000 publicly listed companies worldwide
  • Shareholder in more than 200 privately held companies
  • Capital: 90 million yen
  • Established: 2023年03
  • Born in Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo, in 1976
  • Focused on NVIDIA in the early 2010s

Companies mentioned：少数株ドットコム株式会社、Clarivate、Google、カリフォルニア大学バークレー校、American Economic Association、HOYA株式会社、株式会社河野メリクロン、コスモ株式会社、投資ブラザーズ合同会社、くふう住まいコンサルティング、ハイアス・アンド・カンパニー、ISS、Glass Lewis、日本プロクシー・ガバナンス研究所、男女産み分けドットコム、CapitalJusticeLab

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[Heiwado Group] Holding the “Autumn Book Festival” at 平和書店ビバシティ彦根店

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株式会社ダイレクト・ショップ, a group company of 株式会社平和堂, will hold the “Autumn Book Festival” at 平和書店ビバシティ彦根店 from Saturday, October 24, 2026, to Sunday, November 8. Following the event at Al Plaza Hikone in May, this is the 2nd installment. Based on the concept “See, touch and enjoy,” it is an experiential book festival where children can explore the world of books with all five senses.

Facts

  • Period: October 24, 2026 (Saturday) to November 8 (Sunday)
  • Hours: 10:00 to 21:00
  • Admission: Free (Some events require advance reservations.)
  • 平和書店ビバシティ彦根店 (2nd floor of ビバシティ平和堂)

Companies mentioned：株式会社平和堂、株式会社ダイレクト・ショップ、平和書店ビバシティ彦根店、ビバシティ平和堂、びわこビブリオ道場、文豪カフェ

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JTEKT wins The 19th MIRAI Conference Excellent Research Award

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株式会社ジェイテクト received the The 19th MIRAI Conference Excellent Research Award for research presented jointly with Professor Aran Hase of 神奈川大学, “Detection of Oil-film Behavior by In Situ Optical Interferometry and Acoustic Emission Sensing,” at the international conference The 19th MIRAI Conference, held on September 24, 2026.

Facts

  • At the international conference The 19th MIRAI Conference, held on September 24, 2026
  • Wins The 19th MIRAI Conference Excellent Research Award
  • JTEKT Group 2030 Vision: Our goal for 2030

Companies mentioned：株式会社ジェイテクト、神奈川大学

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“Mori no Ichi 2026—Syncing in the Urban Forest” to be held: 3 days of people, communities and companies coming together in “Otemachi Forest”; experience multisensory content that connects visitors with the forest through its sounds, light, aromas and food

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東京建物株式会社 and 王子ホールディングス株式会社 will hold “Mori no Ichi 2026—Syncing in the Urban Forest” at Otemachi Tower in Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo, from October 22 to 24, 2026. The 4th edition will take place at “Otemachi Forest” and “Forest Plaza.” This free-admission, multisensory event lets visitors experience a connection with the forest while in the city through sound, light, aromas and food, and will span 3 floors.

Facts

  • Original2026年10月22日（木）から24日（土）まで
  • Original2026年10月22日（木）・10月23日（金）11:00～21:00 2026年10月24日（土）11:00～19:00
  • Hours for “Mori Suru Jikan KIITOS MARCHÉ”: 11:00–20:00 (until 17:00 on the final day)
  • Owns approximately 637,000 ha of forest in Japan and overseas (as of the end of September 2026)
  • Original大手町タワーの敷地の約3分の１（約3,600㎡）
  • Around 10 food and drink stalls will gather at the event
  • This 4th edition
  • A forestry company that has worked with the mountains for more than 60 years in the Shinshu Matsumoto area
  • Japan’s oldest comprehensive real estate company, founded in 1896 (Meiji 29)
  • By the end of 2027, create 10 or more collaborative innovation projects to improve the well-being of the planet, society and people, primarily in the Yaesu, Nihonbashi and Kyobashi (YNK) area
  • A business of “nurturing forests and making use of them” for more than 100 years
  • Original2025年3月には国土交通省が運用する「優良緑地確保計画認定制度（TSUNAG）」において、最高段階評価「★★★（トリプル・スター）」で第１号認定
  • Admission: Free

Companies mentioned：東京建物株式会社、王子ホールディングス株式会社、東邦レオ株式会社、kumicom、株式会社東京チェンソーズ、ドゥービー・カンパニー株式会社、株式会社トムスエージェンシー、Draftworks、株式会社花咲爺さんズ、MIRAI LAB PALETTE、株式会社柳沢林業、Innovative Kitchen 8go、国土交通省、林野庁

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Autumn favorite “Hokkaido Pacific saury” served with a small beef bowl: “Beef and Pacific Saury Set Meal” available for a limited time from October 8

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株式会社吉野家 will begin selling its “Beef and Pacific Saury Set Meal,” pairing Hokkaido Pacific saury with a small beef bowl, for a limited time at 吉野家 locations nationwide from 11:00 on Thursday, October 8, 2026. The price is 818 yen before tax (899 yen including tax). A “Pacific Saury Set Meal” (718 yen / 789 yen including tax) and a single serving of “Pacific Saury” (298 yen / 327 yen including tax) will also be offered. Set-meal rice can be upsized or refilled for free. This is the 3rd offering in the “Yoshinoya Fish Set Meal” series, which launched in May 2026, following Atka mackerel and alfonsino.

Facts

  • Start of sales: From 11:00 on Thursday, October 8, 2026
  • Product: Beef and Pacific Saury Set Meal; base price: 818 yen (899 yen including tax for dine-in)
  • Base price: 818 yen (899 yen including tax for dine-in)
  • Product: Pacific Saury Set Meal; base price: 718 yen (789 yen including tax for dine-in)
  • Base price: 718 yen (789 yen including tax for dine-in)
  • Product: Pacific Saury (single serving); base price: 298 yen (327 yen including tax for dine-in)
  • Base price: 298 yen (327 yen including tax for dine-in)
  • Salmon on the breakfast menu can be switched to Pacific saury for an additional 77 yen (including tax).
  • 吉野家 began offering its fish set meal series in May 2026
  • The “Beef and Pacific Saury Set Meal” is the 3rd offering in the series.

Companies mentioned：株式会社吉野家ホールディングス、株式会社吉野家、吉野家

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A fermented skincare series launches from Pureal（ピュレア）. New conditioning skincare series helps bring stressed skin back to a healthy state through the power of fermentation

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マルマンＨ＆Ｂ株式会社 will launch the new “Pureal Conditioning Skincare Series” nationwide, starting October 19, 2026. The series from the cosmetics brand Pureal（ピュレア）draws on fermentation expertise developed through its sheet masks. It comprises 3 products—a toner, serum and cream—all featuring 2 fermentation-derived ingredients: Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate and Saccharomyces/Barley Seed Ferment Extract, to help restore stressed skin to a healthy condition.

Facts

  • On sale: Oct. 19, 2026 (Mon.)
  • Contents: 200 mL
  • Suggested retail price: ¥1,650 (tax included)
  • Net volume: 50 mL
  • Suggested retail price: 1,980 yen (tax included)
  • Contents: 50g; 80g (size available exclusively through the official online store)
  • Suggested retail price: 50g / 1,980 yen (tax included); 80g / 2,310 yen (tax included)
  • Founded: May 1948 (Showa 23)
  • Established: July 2018 (Heisei 30)
  • 3 products launching simultaneously: toner “Pureal Reset Water,” serum “Pureal Recovery Serum” and cream “Pureal Keep Cream”

Companies mentioned：アステナホールディングス株式会社、マルマンＨ＆Ｂ株式会社、Pureal（ピュレア）

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[Learn from a former Sony production engineering expert] Requirements and training methods for manufacturing personnel who deliver results at overseas sites | Held October 20 (Tue.) at 10:30

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インサイトアカデミー株式会社 announced that it will hold a free online webinar at 10:30 on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, featuring Shinichi Nagashima, a former production engineering expert at ソニー株式会社. The webinar will focus on the requirements and training methods for manufacturing personnel who deliver results at overseas sites. It is intended for personnel in human resources and overseas business departments, employees stationed or due to be stationed overseas, and those involved in developing talent for overseas sites in the technology and manufacturing industries. It will cover fundamental differences between business in Japan and overseas, as well as talent development methods and tips for selecting personnel.

Facts

  • Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2026
  • Time: 10:30–11:45
  • Admission: Free
  • Overseas sales and production came to exceed 3分の1
  • Instructor Nagashima has more than 30 years of experience as a former production engineering expert at ソニー株式会社
  • At SONY, worked for more than 30 years as a production engineering expert, addressing operational and quality issues with a focus on production engineering, including the design of automated assembly systems
  • Established: November 26, 2019
  • Capital: 95 million yen

Companies mentioned：インサイトアカデミー株式会社、ソニー株式会社、経済産業省、慶應義塾大学大学院

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Original『海外事業❛実践❜MBA：バリュープロポジション定義（後編）』Eラーニング新講座提供開始｜「選ばれる」メッセージを設計し、行動で検証する（INSIGHT ACADEMY）

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Originalインサイトアカデミー株式会社は、eラーニング「INSIGHT ACADEMY Eラーニング」において、『海外事業❛実践❜MBA：マーケティング』シリーズ（全15講座）の新講座『バリュープロポジション定義（後編：メッセージ設計・仮説検証）』の提供を開始しました。前編で定義した価値を「誰に、どのように伝えるか」を設計し、海外市場で検証する考え方を、駐在員・本社のマーケティング担当者・次世代グローバル人材候補向けに学ぶ内容です。

Facts

  • “Marketing” series (15 courses in total)
  • 280 courses in total (2 fields, 17 categories)
  • 8,000 experts with extensive hands-on experience in overseas markets
  • Support for overseas business at more than 1,000 companies
  • “Can reduce work time by 30%”
  • Capital: 95 million yen
  • Established: November 26, 2019

Companies mentioned：インサイトアカデミー株式会社、INSIGHT ACADEMY

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Hitachi and Tohoku Electric Power Network begin centralized voltage control on Aomori Prefecture distribution systems using jointly developed power quality management system

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Original株式会社日立製作所と東北電力ネットワーク株式会社は、共同開発した電力品質管理システムを東北電力NW管内の青森県配電系統に導入し、電圧集中制御を開始した。スマートメーターデータと配電設備計測データを連携し、電圧の適正範囲外兆候をリアルタイム検出、自動電圧調整器(SVR)の整定値を自動算出・遠隔制御することで、人手作業の効率化と再エネ導入拡大への対応を図る。今後、他県へ順次展開予定。

Facts

  • Power-flow calculations using electricity consumption data measured by SMs every 30 minutes
  • A highly scalable system that can use SM data from approximately 6.8 million devices installed within the Tohoku Electric Power NW service area, as well as grid operation data
  • Original2025年度(2026年3月期)売上収益は10兆5,867億円
  • As of the end of March 2026, it had 606 consolidated subsidiaries
  • The company has approximately 290,000 employees worldwide

Companies mentioned：株式会社日立製作所、東北電力ネットワーク株式会社

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