Coming to events in the Tokyo metropolitan area! GREEN×EXPO 2027 paper tickets to be sold at events ～Support for booking visit dates and times, shuttle buses and parking～
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GREEN×EXPO協会, the 公益社団法人２０２７年国際園芸博覧会協会, will begin selling paper tickets at major events in the Tokyo metropolitan area from October. Temporary information counters will also be set up at event venues to help visitors book their visit dates and times, shuttle buses and parking, with bookings opening on Sept. 18, 2026.
Professional volleyball player Yoshino Sato named Ito Ultrashortwave’s Conditioning Ambassador
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Ito Ultrashortwave has appointed professional volleyball player Yoshino Sato as its Conditioning Ambassador. Sato emphasizes daily self-care using portable devices such as ATminiCHARGE and RUCOE RUN. The company supports top athletes as a pioneer in physical therapy equipment.
Facts
Date of birth: Nov. 12, 2001
Height: 178cm
First selected for the Japan national team in 2022
Made a major contribution to Japan’s first top-4 finish in 15 years at the 2025 World Championships
Original2026年からはイタリア1部リーグへ移籍
Founder Kenji Ito: In 1934 (Showa 9), manufactured and launched Japan’s first large medical shortwave therapy device
Reissue decided thanks to customer support! The top 3 products in the “Suica Penguin Goods Reissue Support Vote” are going back on sale
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株式会社JR東日本商事 announced that the 3 products that received the most votes in its Suica Penguin Goods Reissue Support Vote, held in May 2026, will go on presale from Oct. 9, 2026, and on general sale from Oct. 16.
Facts
10,865 votes in total
Each received nearly 2,500 votes
Reissue sale of the top 3 products
Price: ¥3,300
Price: ¥2,200
Price: ¥27,500
Presales begin Friday, Oct. 9, 2026
General sales begin Friday, Oct. 16, 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社JR東日本商事、TRAINIART（トレニアート）、JRE MALL、BOOK COMPASS、BOOK EXPRESS、Eki RESQ、TOUCH TO GO、TOKYO!!!（トーキョーみっつ）、GENERAL STORE RAILYARD、JR東日本、DENTSU
Toyo Seikan Group to exhibit at international packaging exhibition TOKYO PACK 2026 alongside 10 companies
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東洋製罐グループホールディングス株式会社 and 9 consolidated subsidiaries, for a total of 10 companies, will exhibit at the international packaging exhibition TOKYO PACK 2026, taking place at Tokyo Big Sight from Oct. 14 to 16, 2026. Under the theme “Open Up! Tomorrow,” they will showcase solutions including environmentally conscious products and resource circulation, and hold mini-presentations.
Facts
Wednesday, Oct. 14–Friday, Oct. 16, 2026
Admission: ¥1,000 (tax included)
Consolidated sales for the fiscal year ending March 2026 are ¥963.2 billion
平和不動産株式会社 announced the completion of the urban rental apartment building 『HF押上レジデンスⅡ』. It is the 10th building in the series and features 2LDK units, with child-rearing support in mind, including certification by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government.
Countermeasures become mandatory from October 2026! Launch of the “Customer Harassment Original e-Learning” service | 株式会社LDcube
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株式会社LDcube has launched its “Customer Harassment Original e-Learning” service in response to the amended Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Policies Act, which takes effect on Oct. 1, 2026.
Celebrating the 1st anniversary of “カオゼロ”! Maidreamin collaboration cafe “Nightmare Cafe” announced!
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Smilegate announced that “Nightmare Cafe,” a collaboration cafe with maid cafe chain “maidreamin,” operated by 株式会社ネオディライトインターナショナル, will run at 8 locations nationwide from Oct. 16 to Nov. 15, 2026, to mark the 1st anniversary of the launch of “Chaos Zero Nightmare” (“カオゼロ”), a roguelike RPG developed by SUPER CREATIVE.
A Christmas that’s true to your home, with the freedom to enjoy what you love. <RF1> 2026 Christmas menu reservations now open
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The prepared-food retailer “RF1,” operated by 株式会社ロック・フィールド, has begun accepting reservations for its 2026 Christmas menu. Offerings include sets featuring everything from appetizers to main courses, as well as ajillo and paella kits. Reservations are available online, in stores and by phone.
【pure coco TOKYO（ピュアココ トーキョー）】Its 2nd permanent store in the Kansai area, and its first in Osaka Prefecture: “ピュアココ トーキョー 近鉄あべのハルカス店” opens on Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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ピュアココ トーキョー, a Tokyo-born sweets brand operated by 株式会社庫や, will open its first store in Osaka Prefecture, 近鉄あべのハルカス店, on October 21, 2026.
Cumulative clothing collection tops 10 million items
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株式会社オンワードホールディングス announced that cumulative collections for its clothing-recycling campaign, “Onward Green Campaign,” have topped 10 million items. In the 18 years since its launch in 2009, the campaign has collected approximately 10.31 million items and attracted approximately 2.01 million participants. It aims to collect 2 million items annually by fiscal 2030.
Facts
Cumulative items collected: approximately 10.31 million
Cumulative participants: approximately 2.01 million
We aim to collect 2 million items annually by fiscal 2030
From Osaka! Up to 2 million yen and 1 year of hands-on support for innovative projects: Applications open for the 1st 2027 cohort of the Osaka Top Runner Development Program
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公益財団法人大阪産業局 has opened applications for the 1st 2027 cohort of its Osaka Top Runner Development Program, which supports innovative projects originating in Osaka. The program offers up to 2 million yen in funding and 1 year of hands-on support, while 関西みらい銀行, part of りそなグループ, will also provide grants.
Aiming to expand private investment in green infrastructure, Yokohama City launches a citizen-participatory demonstration project
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株式会社三菱総合研究所 and 株式会社バイオーム will launch the citizen-participatory “Green Infrastructure Wildlife Discovery Quest” in Yokohama City in October 2026, as part of a project supported by 国土交通省. The demonstration will use the Biome app to assess changes in public awareness and behavior, and identify requirements for expanding private investment in green infrastructure and designing related policies.
株式会社オービックビジネスコンサルタント has launched and begun providing “Mail/Fax Agency Option for Issued Invoices DX Cloud,” an optional service that adds a fax-sending feature to “Bugyo Edge Issued Invoices DX Cloud.”
フィアスホーム彦根店 unveils a new passive-design model home in Nagahama, Shiga Prefecture
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フィアスホーム彦根店, an FC member store of 株式会社LIXIL住宅研究所, will open its new passive-design model home in Nagahama, Shiga Prefecture, for 3 days starting October 10, 2026.
Facts
For 3 days, from Oct. 10 (Sat.) through Oct. 12 (Mon., holiday), 2026
◆A familiar feature of the dinner table faces decline◆ Researchers led by Associate Professor Rie Kusakabe of 関西大学’s Faculty of Chemistry, Materials and Bioengineering uncover in detail the little-understood development of the Pacific saury ～Somite formation begins during gastrulation, a notable feature of early development～
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Associate Professor Rie Kusakabe and colleagues at 関西大学, working with 環境水族館アクアマリンふくしま and 国立遺伝学研究所, have shed light on the early development of Pacific saury in detail. They discovered a distinctive developmental schedule in which somite formation begins during gastrulation. The findings were published in Developmental Dynamics.
Facts
Dated September 22, 2026
At a stage when only approximately 50% has progressed
【大阪工業大学】Examining the current state of manga piracy sites and countermeasures
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The Graduate School of Intellectual Property at 大阪工業大学 will hold a Kansai Intellectual Property Seminar at its Umeda Campus on October 23. Atsushi Ito, a director of ABJ, will speak about the current state of manga piracy sites and countermeasures.
Facts
It is said to amount to as much as 8.5 trillion yen
Tomone Yoshida of 摂南大学’s sport climbing club won silver in the men’s lead event at the 20th Asian Games, while Ren Koyamatsu placed 6th in the women’s speed event. Koyamatsu set a new Japanese record.
Facts
2nd place (height 38+)
Original6位（6秒81/女子日本新記録）
Height 38+
Original6秒81
IFSC Lead World Ranking 2025
IFSC World Championships Seoul 2025
World Climbing Series 2026
February 2026: 6th Speed Youth Japan Championships
April 2026: 6th Asian Beach Games
Original6秒99をマークして日本新記録
July 2026: World Youth Championships
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It was established in April 2022, with Jiro Nakagai, who serves as a coach for the Japanese national team, appointed as head coach
The International Order Study Group, which includes KPMGコンサルティング, has issued an activity report summarizing discussions from all 3 meetings held in fiscal 2026.
カーネクスト launches 1st SNS-exclusive giveaway campaign to bring fans closer to cheering on Samurai Japan
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カーネクスト, offered by ラグザス株式会社, will run an SNS-exclusive campaign starting October 7, 2026, offering tickets to the “Raxus Asia Professional Baseball Championship 2026” by lottery.
Facts
Number of winners: 3 pairs, 6 people
Starting Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Eligible games: Thursday, November 12, 2026–Sunday, November 15
デル・テクノロジーズ transforms enterprise data into trusted context for AI agents
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デル・テクノロジーズ has expanded the Dell AI Data Platform, which turns enterprise data into trusted context for AI agents. In addition to 3 new features—Unified Semantic Layer, Enterprise Knowledge Graph, and Knowledge Agents—a data processing engine powered by NVIDIA cuDF delivers speeds up to 20 times faster than CPU-based processing. The platform is scheduled to launch in the first half of 2027.
A collaboration between HAKUTSURU SAKE CRAFT and 神戸ワイン! “No.22,” made with the rare Merlot grape variety used for Kobe-produced red wine, goes on sale in a limited run of 286 bottles at the Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum starting Saturday, Oct. 10
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白鶴酒造株式会社 will release “No.22,” made with Kobe-grown Merlot and brewed at its microbrewery HAKUTSURU SAKE CRAFT, in a limited run of 286 bottles at the Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum starting Oct. 10.
The 19th High School Pastry Chef No. 1 Championship, Sweets Koshien, held; 神村学園高等部 team “Ailes Bonheur (エール・ボヌール)” wins the Tully’s Award
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At the 19th Sweets Koshien, sponsored by タリーズコーヒー, 神村学園高等部 team “Ailes Bonheur” won the Tully’s Award. Its winning entry was “Blooming Eighteen,” themed around a birthday cake.
Was pay not the only key to addressing the driver shortage? Analysis finds that “loving the job” and “finding meaning in the work” strongly influence drivers’ intention to stay and pride in their work; joint survey by パーソルイノベーション and GOジョブ
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A survey of 590 drivers by パーソルイノベーション and GOジョブ found that not only pay but also intrinsic motivations, such as “finding meaning in the work” and “loving the job,” are strongly linked to drivers’ intention to stay and pride in their work.
50% off for the first 3 months! 毎日新聞デジタル launches its “Autumn Special Campaign 2026”
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株式会社毎日新聞社 is running its “Autumn Special Campaign 2026” for its news service 毎日新聞デジタル from Oct. 7 to Nov. 18, 2026, offering the Standard Plan at 50% off for the first 3 months, at 539 yen including tax.
Shining a spotlight on efforts that support children’s smiles! キユーピーみらいたまご財団 will launch a new awards program and the “Food Education Summit for the Future” in fiscal 2027, the year it marks its 10th anniversary
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キユーピーみらいたまご財団 announced that it will launch an awards program and the “Food Education Summit for the Future” in fiscal 2027, marking its 10th anniversary in April 2027.
The goal: a gluten-free anpan that is “properly made with sweet potato”
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株式会社ZENB JAPAN, part of the Mizkan Group, will launch “ZENB Bread Sweet Potato Anko” on Oct. 7, 2026, through the official ZENB website and major e-commerce sites. The new product joins a series that has sold more than 10 million units to date and is gluten-free and reduced in carbohydrates.
Facts
Starting Wednesday, October 7, 2026
The series has surpassed 10 million units sold to date※3
A long-life bread with a shelf life of 180 days from manufacture※6
Learn systematic wine expertise through illustrations throughout! “An Illustrated Guide to Wine for Adult Enrichment” goes on sale Oct. 14
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株式会社日本文芸社 will publish “An Illustrated Guide to Wine for Adult Enrichment,” supervised by 奥山久美子, on Oct. 14, 2026. The illustrated guide systematically explains everything from the basics of wine to specialist knowledge.
Study finds that intake of heat-killed bifidobacteria may affect muscle-mass-related indicators in patients with sarcopenia
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Professor 浅岡大介 and colleagues at 順天堂大学医学部附属順天堂東京江東高齢者医療センター conducted a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial in patients with sarcopenia, who took heat-killed bifidobacteria MCC1274/B-3 (B-3HK) for 24 weeks. The trial found no improvement in its primary endpoint, knee extension strength. However, exploratory analyses found that declines in skeletal muscle mass index and appendicular muscle mass were suppressed, and that blood levels of IGF-1 and 25-hydroxyvitamin D increased significantly. The findings were published in Nutrients.
【埼玉県 × eiicon】15 co-creation projects selected! Incubation program launches under the “Canvas” open innovation program at 『渋沢ＭＩＸ』
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株式会社eiicon announced that 15 co-creation projects have been selected for the incubation program of “Canvas,” an open innovation program held at 埼玉県’s 『渋沢ＭＩＸ』. Each project will receive up to 5 million yen in funding and hands-on support. A showcase is scheduled for February–March 2027.
Facts
15 co-creation projects selected
Up to 5 million yen in funding
A corporate network with more than 40,000 companies
More than 100,000 matching opportunities
Supporting open innovation at more than 164 companies
野村不動産 and 東邦ガス不動産開発 have announced “プラウド名東一社ガーデン,” a new condominium development in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture. The first joint project drawing on both companies’ expertise, it will comprise 46 units, with layouts ranging from 2LDK to 4LDK.
The 37th maritime disaster-prevention drill, based on a scenario involving an aviation fuel leak and fire, will be held on Friday, Oct. 16.
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成田国際空港株式会社 will hold the 37th maritime disaster-prevention drill, based on a scenario involving an aviation fuel leak and fire, at the Chiba Port Head Oil Terminal on Oct. 16, 2026.
AOKI’s new station-front format store opens for the first time in the Kawasaki area! “AOKI Kawasaki Station East Exit Store” opens on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026!
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株式会社AOKI will open the “AOKI Kawasaki Station East Exit Store” in Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture, on Oct. 9, 2026, as part of its shift to a new station-front store format.
[Maison de FLEUR] The 3rd collaboration with “Hikarie Elf”! 5 fairies appear as fluffy plush charms
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Maison de FLEUR, a brand of 株式会社ストライプインターナショナル, will release 5 types of plush charms on Nov. 5, 2026, as the 3rd collaboration with “Hikarie Elf,” 渋谷ヒカリエ’s Christmas-exclusive character.
Facts
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
5 types in total
￥3,700
Companies mentioned：株式会社ストライプインターナショナル、Maison de FLEUR、渋谷ヒカリエ、東急百貨店
One-night-only market event in collaboration with MIDNIGHT RUNWAY to celebrate the 3rd anniversary of “SHIBUYA Q DAO,” to be held on Friday, Nov. 6
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東急株式会社 will hold “SHIBUYA BLACK MARKET—Shibuya Night Market,” a one-night-only market event in collaboration with creative collective MIDNIGHT RUNWAY, on Nov. 6, 2026, to celebrate the 3rd anniversary of “SHIBUYA Q DAO,” a Shibuya NFT project launched in November 2023.
Facts
3rd anniversary
Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
Approximately 15 booths
November 2023
FY2026
Approximately 30 events
More than 2,000 people
Companies mentioned：東急株式会社、SHIBUYA Q DAO、MIDNIGHT RUNWAY、MAGNET by SHIBUYA109、LOM BABY、遷移圏見聞録、litter picking goooood、Oh! STORE、Promille、KIMINO、Pabst Blue Ribbon
New bracelets “Turquoise Sky” and “Aquamarine Mermaid,” inspired by Hawaii’s sea and sky, are now available from the outlet of マルラニハワイ, a Hawaii-born specialty shop for power stones!
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マルラニハワイ has released its new bracelets “Turquoise Sky” and “Aquamarine Mermaid,” available exclusively online.
Special discount campaign for “Body Granola” starts Monday, Oct. 5 — New promotional video featuring comedy duo Cotton also released
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カルビー株式会社 will launch a special discount campaign for “Body Granola,” a gut microbiome testing and subscription granola service, starting Oct. 5, 2026. A new promotional video featuring comedy duo Cotton will also be released, and plans and coupons will be awarded through a raffle as part of a social media campaign.
Facts
Membership has topped 70,000
“Body Granola 3-month plan” to be awarded to 3 winners in a raffle
[神戸須磨シーワールド] New fall program “Penguin Stroll” launches: Get an up-close look at the penguins’ charming walk at Rocky Terrace!
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神戸須磨シーワールド, operated by 株式会社グランビスタ ホテル＆リゾート, will hold a Magellanic penguin stroll program at Rocky Terrace on Aqua Live 4F from Oct. 16, 2026, through Mar. 31, 2027.
NARUTO×BORUTO Fuji Hidden Leaf Village “Uzumaki Naruto Birthday Celebration 2026” starts Saturday, Oct. 10!
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A fall limited-time event, “Uzumaki Naruto Birthday Celebration 2026,” marking Naruto Uzumaki’s birthday, will be held from Oct. 10, 2026, at Fuji-Q Highland’s “NARUTO×BORUTO Fuji Hidden Leaf Village.” Activities include a stamp rally around the site, a social media campaign and an original clear file giveaway.
Experts to explain the latest trends in the hotel, ryokan, tourism and food-service industries: “1st Hospitality Tech EXPO Pre-Conference & Networking” to be held Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026
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RX Japan合同会社 will hold a pre-conference for the hotel, ryokan, tourism and food-service industries on Oct. 22, 2026, ahead of the “1st Hospitality Tech EXPO,” scheduled for December 2026.
Railway game apps “Platinum Train” and “Sodatetsu” to hold a digital rally to collect 3D models of railway cars at the 33rd Railway Festival!
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株式会社JR西日本コミュニケーションズ, 株式会社JR西日本イノベーションズ and 株式会社ジェイコンテンツ will hold a digital rally to collect 3D models of railway cars at the 33rd Railway Festival, taking place in Odaiba on Oct. 10 and 11, 2026.
Facts
Original2026年10月10日（土）・11日（日）
Original各日10:00〜17:00
Approximately 3,000 types of real JR railway cars from across Japan
From the “ONE PIECE × Sanyo Shinkansen” project, LUFFY’s inspired by the 1st trainset, “Setouchi Blue,” makes its debut!
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株式会社BANDAI SPIRITS will release the figure “LUFFY’s ONE PIECE Shinkansen -Setouchi Blue-,” inspired by the 1st trainset, “Setouchi Blue,” from the “ONE PIECE × Sanyo Shinkansen” project, first in the JR西日本 area starting Oct. 14, 2026.
2nd term of “Yume Sodate 1.0,” a cognitive development support program for farm employees with intellectual disabilities, gets underway — Dramatic growth confirmed in the 1st term, with training brought in-house to ensure ongoing support
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株式会社ファミリーマート launched the 2nd phase of its “Yume Sodate 1.0” cognitive development support program on October 7, 2026, for employees with intellectual disabilities working at farms in locations including Nagareyama, Chiba Prefecture. The end-of-training assessment for the 1st phase confirmed improvements in cognitive functions and work skills, and the company will now work to establish a system for bringing the program in-house.
‘Time Takers’ to hold a “Steam Global Playtest” for a limited 72 hours from November 13! Video explaining changes since the “Steam Global Playtest” held in September also released
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NC Corporation and MISTIL GAMES announced that they will hold a Steam global playtest for their new time-survival shooter, ‘Time Takers,’ for a limited 72 hours from November 13, 2026. Improvements to combat balance and the matchmaking system are planned based on the results of the September test, and the game will be offered as a free-to-play service.
Facts
Available for 72 hours only
Nov. 13, 2026
Nov. 16, 2026
Companies mentioned：NC Corporation、MISTIL GAMES、Mistil Games Co. Ltd.
株式会社新社会システム総合研究所 will hold a seminar on “The Evolution of Cyber Threats and Countermeasures with Frontier AI” on November 9, 2026, with 藤井大翼氏 of Accenture as the instructor.
[JAF Oita] JAF to set up a booth at “A Gathering of Working Vehicles!” at 城島高原パーク〈October 17 (Saturday) and 18 (Sunday)〉
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JAF大分支部 will set up a booth at the “A Gathering of Working Vehicles!” event, held at 城島高原パーク on October 17 and 18, with activities including a tow truck display and traffic safety quizzes.
Exhibition on the “Shinike Site,” the home of haniwa, to be held in 高槻市
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高槻市立今城塚古代歴史館 will host a special exhibition, “Haniwa’s Home: The Shinike Site,” focusing on the Shinike Site, one of Japan’s largest haniwa workshop sites.
Facts
Approximately 1,600 years ago
3 haniwa workshop buildings
18 haniwa kilns
100 items in total
Approximately 100 years, from the mid-5th century to the mid-6th century
[Hokkaido/Sounkyo] Head to Sounkyo before the snow falls! Autumn hot-spring road trip with a stay plan that includes a ¥3,000 gasoline ticket [朝陽リゾートホテル]
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野口観光マネジメント株式会社 is offering an autumn accommodation plan that includes a ¥3,000 gasoline ticket at 朝陽リゾートホテル and 層雲峡朝陽亭 in Sounkyo, from October 13 to November 20, 2026.
Exhibiting at “JIMTOF2026, the 33rd Japan International Machine Tool Fair”
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日本精工株式会社 will exhibit at “JIMTOF2026, the 33rd Japan International Machine Tool Fair,” which will be held at Tokyo Big Sight from October 26 to 31, 2026. Based on the “NSK Vision 2036,” its exhibition concept is “Achieving ideal motion together through tribology solutions.” Main exhibits will include the industry’s first ball-screw-driven hydraulic power generator, the “Electric Hydro Booster”; the “MT-Click!Speedy Premium” spindle analysis tool; the “MT-Frix™” low-friction ball screw; and condition-monitoring solutions.
The 13th Hokkaido Mushroom Festival, hosted by 北海道きのこ生産・消費振興会, to be held Wednesday, October 14
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The 13th Hokkaido Mushroom Festival, hosted by 北海道きのこ生産・消費振興会, will be held in Sapporo on October 14, Reiwa 8. The event will feature displays and sales from a mushroom competition, direct sales, and seminars.
Women-only personal Pilates studio “CHART Pilates Takaido” to open October 25, a 1-minute walk from Takaido Station
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CHART株式会社 will open “CHART Pilates Takaido,” a new location of its women-only personal machine Pilates brand CHART Pilates, in Suginami, Tokyo, on October 25, 2026. The studio offers private rooms combining bodywork and machine Pilates, and welcomes beginners and people with limited flexibility.
Older adults are steadily building exercise habits—results in behavior change. Saitama Prefecture’s Kuki City “Reiwa 8 Fiscal Year Exercise Habit-Building Training for Older Adults (Frailty Prevention Exercise)” interim effectiveness evaluation (survey findings), Part 1
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エアデジタル株式会社 announced interim findings from its exercise habit-building training program for older adults in Kuki, Saitama Prefecture, confirming behavioral and psychological changes, including exercise frequency and willingness to continue.
Facts
40 registered participants
28 participants with comparable pre- and post-training data
Average age: 76.4 years
Rate exercising at least 1 day per week: 78.6% → 92.9%
Electric mobility changes the behavior of 94% of tourists in Sapporo and Jozankei
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BRJ株式会社 announced the results of a survey of 80 users of the electric mobility service “TOCKLE” and ブレイズ社’s “EV CLASSIC,” conducted as part of a demonstration project in collaboration with the City of Sapporo and the Jozankei Tourism Association. 94% of respondents said they had changed their behavior, while 90% viewed the introduction of the service positively.
Facts
94% said they had experienced some kind of change
A total of 80 responses were compiled
90% viewed it positively
“I enjoyed the journey itself as an activity” was the most common response, at 77%
“Getting to places uphill or a little farther away became easier” — 79%
The impact of “95% less time spent on photography”: ナカノフドー建設’s rebar inspection DX eliminates the need to install magnets and take fragmented photos
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A case study of ナカノフドー建設, which adopted Pixie Dust Technologies’ “Tottaro” and cut the time spent photographing rebar inspections by 95%. The system was introduced with the approval of the inspection body, eliminating the effort of installing magnets and taking fragmented photos.
Facts
Comparison with existing tools when creating photo reports containing 732 images
What set apart companies that increased their corporate value after a capital increase? FiNX publishes research report analyzing 819 fundraising transactions by listed companies
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FiNX株式会社, which provides investor relations support, has published a research report analyzing 819 fundraising transactions by listed companies for which issuance resolutions were passed between October 2023 and September 2026. The report identifies revenue growth and the selection of capital and business alliance partners as important factors shared by companies that increased their corporate value after a capital increase.
Using AI to help address staff shortages, operating costs and dependence on individual expertise in IT system operations
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株式会社日立社会情報サービス has added AI agent functionality to its ServiceNow-based SaaS operations management system, “OpeLight System,” and begun offering the enhanced service. It supports efforts to address staff shortages, reduce costs and reduce dependence on individual expertise in IT system operations. Testing demonstrated that it can reduce operational work hours for incident response by about 60%.
Facts
Approximately 60%
Companies mentioned：株式会社日立社会情報サービス、ServiceNow, Inc.
“TeamPro Pilots,” a service supporting PoCs for new businesses, launches — Professional teams work with you to decide what to test and who will take action, then move forward together
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株式会社イノベーション総合研究所 will launch “TeamPro Pilots,” a PoC support service for new businesses, on October 1, 2026. The company’s research found that the biggest obstacle to PoCs is a lack of executive backing. Its professional teams provide support from strategy development through practical implementation.
First in Tokyo’s 23 wards: Conversational AI chatbot specializing in older adults and caregiving launched in Adachi City! — Operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
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株式会社クーリエ began providing a conversational AI chatbot specializing in older adults and caregiving to Adachi City, Tokyo, on October 1, 2026. The service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and supports inquiries outside office hours.
石川県 produced a video showing “Noto Now”—the recovery and reconstruction following the Reiwa 6 Noto Peninsula earthquake and the Okunoto torrential rains—and released it on Instagram on October 6, featuring influencer Ai Amu.
Starting 10/16 (Fri.), textile artist Aya Nishikata’s solo exhibition will be held at Mid-Century MODERN, bringing together traditional handweaving and masterpieces from the mid-century period.
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A solo exhibition by textile artist Aya Nishikata, “～時織～,” will open on October 16, 2026, at the interior design store “Mid-Century MODERN,” operated by 株式会社ビーズインターナショナル. The exhibition and sale will include collaborative works pairing George Nelson’s iconic “Marshmallow Sofa” with Nishikata’s wool fabric.
Daiko employees to speak at “Toranomon Advertising Festival 2026,” one of Japan’s largest advertising creative festivals
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株式会社大広 announced that 5 of its employees will speak at the advertising creative festival “Toranomon Advertising Festival 2026,” to be held at Toranomon Hills from October 9 to 17, 2026.
[objcts.io] Elegance in every movement. The brand’s first Boston bag makes its debut.
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Leather goods brand 〈objcts.io〉, operated by 株式会社土屋鞄製造所, is launching its first Boston bag, the “Essential Leather Boston.” Available in 2 sizes, large and medium, it prioritizes functionality with features including waterproof leather and a lightweight design.
On October 3, 2026, ヴィヴィアン・ウエストウッド unveiled アンドレアス・クロンターラー フォー ヴィヴィアン・ウエストウッド’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection, “BODY & SOUL,” at Paris Fashion Week. Celebrities including Paris Jackson and Jaden Smith attended.
♪ Salt, salt, salt, Salt Industry Center ♪ Sound logo video released on official YouTube channel
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公益財団法人塩事業センター released a video (about 7 seconds) featuring its sound logo, “しお、しお、しお、塩事業センター,” on its official YouTube channel on Reiwa 8, October 7, with the aim of raising awareness of its corporate name. Karaoke distribution also began the same day on JOYSOUND, operated by 株式会社エクシング.
株式会社エアトランク will expand its same-day baggage delivery service “Air Luggage” from Haneda Airport to all 東急ステイ properties in Tokyo (19 properties, excluding the Gotanda property currently undergoing renovations) from October 9, 2026.
【New service launch】Discovering colors to brighten your writing time: 〈ROMEO〉 Cocktail Ink
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株式会社伊東屋 has launched “Cocktail Ink,” an experiential service offering inks blended on the spot, and “Blender's Choice,” a small-quantity tasting service, from its ROMEO brand, founded in 1914.
Solo exhibition by French ceramic artist Elise Gettliffe at R.ALAGAN store & gallery
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A solo exhibition by French ceramic artist Elise Gettliffe will be held at R.ALAGAN store & gallery, operated by jewelry brand R.ALAGAN. The exhibition will showcase new works created during a 2025 artist residency in Shigaraki, Shiga Prefecture, and will be open to the public from October 16 to 18.
Experience realistic electric blowback without BB pellets. “G17 Type Shooting Game,” which turns your living room into a shooting range, now available on e-commerce sites
～Revisit preparations for torrential rain and lightning now～ 4 RABLISS emergency preparedness products for outdoor, building and vehicle use
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小林薬品株式会社 is highlighting 4 emergency preparedness products from its RABLISS brand for typhoon season and heavy rain: a lightning alert device, absorbent emergency sandbags, an emergency escape rescue tool, and an emergency escape hammer.
Addressing the shortage of care workers in the San'in region! MIRAI completes its first placement and onboarding of specified skilled workers at facilities in Tottori Prefecture
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MIRAI株式会社 has completed the first placement and onboarding of specified skilled workers in nursing care at care facilities in Tottori Prefecture, helping address the shortage of care workers in the San'in region.
“Monthly Gift PREMIUM” October issue now on sale! Buyer’s guide to “Premium Incentive Show Autumn 2026,” held Oct. 14–16, case studies in experiential promotions, and a report on the Autumn Gift Show
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株式会社ビジネスガイド社 has released the October 2026 issue of “Monthly Gift PREMIUM.” This issue also serves as a buyer’s guide to “Premium Incentive Show Autumn 2026,” held October 14–16, and includes a feature on experiential promotions and a report on the Tokyo Gift Show Autumn, among other content.
Kanabolo’s e-commerce sales surge after joining MUSCAT GROUP, with the monthly average over the latest 3 months reaching about 2.8 times the level immediately after joining
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株式会社かならぼ’s e-commerce sales surged after joining MUSCAT GROUP, with the monthly average over the latest 3 months reaching about 2.8 times the level immediately after joining. Growth on Qoo10 and Amazon is driving channel diversification.
RAXUS seeks applicants for “RAXUS Autumn Internship 2026,” a 5-day internship where students put their own ideas into practice at the “RAXUS Asia Professional Baseball Championship 2026” venue
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ラグザス株式会社 is seeking participants for “RAXUS Autumn Internship 2026,” a 5-day internship focused on marketing and business creation, to be held in November 2026 at its Osaka head office and Tokyo Dome.
みらいワークス総合研究所’s AI talent development column enters Phase 3, the “maturity and establishment phase,” and presents the “supervisor skills” needed in the age of AI agents
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The AI talent development column from みらいワークス総合研究所, operated by 株式会社みらいワークス, will move into Phase 3, the “maturity and establishment phase,” in October 2026 and begin explaining the supervisory skills required in the age of AI agents. An online seminar will also be held the same day.
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Original2026年10月より第3フェーズである「Phase 3：成熟定着期」を開始
Online seminar “Rethinking Reskilling in the AI Era vol.2” to be held on Wednesday, October 14
[Smartphone Accessories Industry] Smartphone accessories from KLON, the monochrome product brand, are now available from caseplay, which boasts No. 1 rankings for number of compatible models, collaborations and designs!
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caseplay, operated by 株式会社FOX, began selling smartphone accessories from the monochrome brand “KLON” on October 7, 2026. The products feature 16 designs, support more than 170 models, and incorporate environmentally conscious materials and impact protection.
Sound and music students produce a show for an FSGグループ school, bringing someone’s “dream” to life with sound and light!
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Students in the Sound and Music Department at 国際アート＆デザイン大学校 (A&D), part of NSGグループ, worked as sound and lighting staff for a show at the “BF Festa” held at 国際ビューティ＆フード大学校 (BF), an FSGグループ school. They gained experience creating a stage through collaboration that combined different areas of expertise.
[GMOインターネットグループ survey on AI use] 81.2% have tried vibe coding, while more than 60% practice token management
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According to a September 2026 survey by GMOインターネットグループ, the rate of generative AI use for work was 99.0%. The share with hands-on experience in vibe coding reached 81.2%, and more than 60% also said they practice token management.
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Overall rate of generative AI use for work: 99.0%
Share practicing vibe coding at work: 54.1%
60.7% said they practice it
Original業務活用者1人あたりの月間削減・捻出時間は約69.6時間
Estimated total across the group: approximately 468,000 hours per month
Claude is the most-used generative AI service in daily life, at 80.3%
[New Product] Compact, fabric tire chains “SPEEDER Car Socks 2 (SP-CS2),” useful in sudden snowfall, now available for advance viewing on Makuake starting today! Also compatible with mini trucks and commercial mini vans
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三金商事 has opened advance viewing on Makuake for its fabric tire chains, “SPEEDER Car Socks 2.” The latest model in a series with cumulative sales of approximately 11,800 sets features a narrower elastic band and a new “Z size” compatible with mini trucks and commercial mini vans.
Facts
The width of this band has been changed from 3 cm to 2 cm
This product comes in 10 sizes, including the smallest, “Z size”
Cumulative purchases of the MTK Car Socks series: approximately 11,800 sets
The previous model, “MTK Car Socks 2,” received support purchases from 1,061 people on Makuake
Wazaaka publishes the 2027 edition of its Generative AI Passport textbook, explaining all 410 keywords through stories and diagrams
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ワザアカ株式会社 published “Generative AI Passport Textbook, 2027 Edition” on October 7, 2026. The 444-page book explains all 410 keywords in the syllabus for the February 2027 exam through stories and maps (relationship diagrams).
The first Hanamaru Furikake product, “Flavor-Packed Smoked Tuna Flakes,” made with traditional-method dried tuna from domestically caught wild tuna, is here!
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犬猫生活株式会社 will launch “Flavor-Packed Smoked Tuna Flakes,” the first product in its additive-free “Hanamaru Furikake” line made with domestically caught wild tuna, on October 7, 2026.
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Launching on October 7, 2026
A comparison test of 5 prototype flavors involving 18 in-house cats
16 cats (approximately 89%) were reported to have “eaten it”
We continuously donate 20% of profits to animal welfare activities
Approximately 35% overall cited issues with eating habits (the combined total for “poor appetite (eating small amounts)” and “picky eating (getting bored easily)”)
Cats in particular: “I want to improve how well my cat eats” (84.5%)
Share saying their pets “stop eating when they get bored” (74.9%)
In March 2026, 2,291 犬猫生活 customers [dogs: 789; cats: 1,502]
841 respondents who answered why they add toppings [dogs: 436; cats: 406]
Net weight: 12g
Member price: 640 yen
Single-item price: 800 yen
Cumulative sales have surpassed 120 million meals (Note 5)
[Mandatory for workplaces with fewer than 50 employees starting in April 2028] A stress-check feature has been added to Rakupass. Staff without an email address can also take the test on a smartphone.
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株式会社セントラルメディエンス has added a stress-check feature to “Rakupass for Hospital,” a staff portal for hospitals, clinics and care facilities. The service is designed to meet the requirement taking effect in April 2028 for workplaces with fewer than 50 employees. Staff without an email address can take the test on a smartphone, and the service also offers automatic preparation of reports for labor standards inspection offices and group analysis.
Working with a natural-dye workshop in Kuramae to connect Ueno’s history and local craftsmanship with the future: “Renewing the noren at 松坂屋上野店 with indigo dyeing”
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Starting October 7, 松坂屋上野店 will display a noren made with indigo dye by the natural-dye workshop 〈マイトデザインワークス〉 in Kuramae, Taito Ward, at the first-floor north entrance arcade.
Reservations for “Beauty Walk,” an experiential program at “Tokyo Beauty Week 2026,” open Monday, October 26; ticket plans and the first cross-industry co-creation partners announced
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株式会社アイスタイル announced the experiential content “Beauty Walk” for “Tokyo Beauty Week 2026,” taking place in Harajuku and Omotesando from November 18, 2026. It unveiled a total of 10 ticket plans, with reservations opening at noon on October 26. It also announced the first group of cross-industry co-creation partners.
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A total of 10 ticket plans
7 days, from Wednesday, November 18, 2026 through Tuesday, November 24
① Beauty Brands (180/195 minutes)
② Beauty Studio (+ touch-up makeup & photo shoot, 20 minutes): ¥2,570
③ Beauty Studio (+ personal makeup & photo shoot, 35 minutes): ¥5,500
【Takara Shuzo】Seasonal launch of “Takara Shochu with Smooth Japanese Black Tea”
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宝酒造株式会社 will launch “Takara Shochu with Smooth Japanese Black Tea” as a seasonal product on October 27. This unsweetened, non-carbonated RTD beverage is made with Japanese black tea from Kagoshima and has an alcohol content of 4% and a volume of 335 ml.
The 10th Anniversary musical “Hetalia ~World☆Starts~” will be streamed live exclusively on U-NEXT‼ All 6 performances, including the final shows in Tokyo, Osaka and Aichi, will be streamed live!!
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株式会社フロンティアワークス（アニメイトグループ） has announced that all 6 performances of the 10th-anniversary musical “Hetalia ~World☆Starts~” will be streamed live exclusively on U-NEXT. A pass covering all performances, including the final shows in Tokyo, Osaka and Aichi, will also be available for purchase.
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10th Anniversary
6 performances in total
2,800 yen
3,700 yen
17,600 yen
900,000 copies
Companies mentioned：株式会社フロンティアワークス、アニメイトグループ、U-NEXT、集英社、4cu、Frontier Works Inc.、株式会社FAB、COMO Inc.