# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-07 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 2 of 7

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 360 items from 4 sources; Taiwan, 276 items from 9 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Sharing the appeal of Japanese tea and Tokoname ware from Chubu Centrair International Airport! “Centrair Tea Fes. 2026 presented by ITO EN” held!

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000724.000024522.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4276054-en.html
- anchor: #n3242874
- Companies mentioned: 中部国際空港株式会社、株式会社伊藤園、中部国際空港セントレア、日本旅行

The Japanese tea experience event “Centrair Tea Fes. 2026 presented by ITO EN,” hosted by 株式会社伊藤園, was held at 中部国際空港セントレア from October 3 to 5, 2026. The event featured matcha and green tea tastings, a matcha experience using Tokoname ware, and character meet-and-greets, sharing Japanese culture with visitors from Japan and abroad.

Facts:
- 2026
- 2026年10月3日（土）から5日（月）
- 4th floor of Terminal 1
- Number of employees: 293

## Acrylic figures of all characters from “白猫プロジェクト NEW WORLD'S” now on sale! The 1st and 2nd releases feature 106 characters, including the protagonist, Iris, Douglas, and Cone Pop!

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002061.000004473.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4276053-en.html
- anchor: #n3242873
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コロプラ、コロプラ、アプリスタイル

株式会社コロプラ began selling the 1st and 2nd releases of acrylic figures featuring all characters from the smartphone RPG “白猫プロジェクト NEW WORLD'S” at the アプリスタイル official shop on October 7, 2026. The releases feature a total of 106 characters, with each figure priced at 2,980 yen (tax included).

Facts:
- A total of 106 characters
- 2,980 yen each
- Marking the 12th anniversary

## [ザ・プリンス 京都宝ヶ池] A circle of light forged by “connections” for the hotel’s 40th anniversary; courtyard tree featuring guest-created art to be illuminated starting October 9

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004044.000024668.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4276052-en.html
- anchor: #n3242872
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社西武・プリンスホテルズワールドワイド、ザ・プリンス 京都宝ヶ池

The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike will mark its 40th anniversary with a tree approximately 5 m tall in its courtyard, illuminated starting October 9, 2026. Seasonal art workshops will also be held, creating a festive circle of light themed around “connections.”

Facts:
- 40th anniversary of opening
- Approximately 5 m tall
- Starting Oct. 9, 2026 (Fri.)
- Wednesday, Mar. 31, 2027
- 1個 500円

## Take to rice farming with your smartphone! Remote monitoring and automatic route generation. The “ミズニゴール” paddy-weeding robot evolves further. Reservations for the 2027 model and information sessions begin October 7

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:29:37+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000099207.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275985-en.html
- anchor: #n3242848
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハタケホットケ、ハタケホットケ、環境省、農林水産省、JA三井リース株式会社、JA三井リース

株式会社ハタケホットケは、水田除草ロボット「ミズニゴール」の2027年モデルについて、10月7日より予約受付と説明会を開始すると発表した。新モデルではスマホによる遠隔監視や走行ルート自動生成機能を搭載予定で、環境省の補助事業およびJA三井リースとの連携により導入コストを軽減する。

Facts:
- Starting Wednesday, October 7
- Approximately half of the purchase cost is subsidized
- Covers paddy fields of up to 3 ha
- Introduced in 42 prefectures during the 2026 season
- Available from as little as 170,000 yen
- ミズニゴール 2027 GNSS version: ¥1,300,000 (before tax)

## [ＪＲ東海] The “Railway Day Commemorative Feature” returns to JR Tokai MARKET this year!

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:28:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000088.000160429.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275986-en.html
- anchor: #n3242849
- Companies mentioned: 東海旅客鉄道株式会社、ＪＲ東海、富山地方鉄道株式会社、株式会社ＪＲ東海交通事業、嵯峨野観光鉄道株式会社、三岐鉄道株式会社

Central Japan Railway Company will run a “Railway Day” commemorative feature on JR Tokai MARKET starting October 7, 2026. Offerings include a timetable replica, goods made with pieces of Doctor Yellow livery, and a crowdfunding campaign for a set of station name signs from every station.

Facts:
- 2026
- October
- 8,000 yen
- 2,200 yen
- 2,300 yen
- 268,000 yen
- 13,400,000 yen

## World-renowned DJ Steve Aoki’s “HiROQUEST” comes to pickleball paddles. Limited collection with ヨーラ launches in Japan

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:25:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000169200.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275987-en.html
- anchor: #n3242850
- Companies mentioned: ヨーラ・ジャパン株式会社、ヨーラ、JOOLA、Aoki Foundation

ヨーラ・ジャパン株式会社 will launch 2 pickleball paddle models in Japan on October 9, 2026, from the limited “JOOLA × Steve Aoki HiROQUEST Collection,” a collaboration with world-renowned DJ Steve Aoki.

Facts:
- Friday, Oct. 9, 2026
- 61,600 yen each (tax included)
- 2 items

## [Aomori HOTEL Jogakura] HOTEL Jogakura offers “the luxury of doing nothing,” with Hakkoda’s hot springs, fine dining, and a toast

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:22:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000083.000153091.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275989-en.html
- anchor: #n3242851
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社城ヶ倉観光、HOTEL Jogakura、ホテル城ヶ倉

HOTEL Jogakura, operated by 株式会社城ヶ倉観光 in Hakkoda, Aomori Prefecture, is offering the lodging plan “The luxury of doing nothing,” themed around taking it easy without packing the schedule.

Facts:
- Reiwa 8, Nov. 10
- Reiwa 8, Dec. 23
- 14:00
- 9 a.m. the following morning
- 18:00
- 21:00
- 7：00
- 9:00
- 31 rooms

## 【Dior】Book: “A Season at Dior”

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:21:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003126.000008795.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275990-en.html
- anchor: #n3242852
- Companies mentioned: クリスチャン・ディオール合同会社、フラマリオン社、ディオゲネス社、V&Aパブリッシング、Ausha、Deezer、Spotify、Apple

Details of the release of “A Season at Dior,” published by フラマリオン社. The book features scenes from the studio at 30 Avenue Montaigne in 1956-1957, as well as recollections by Jorn Mikaelson, and will go on sale in October 2026 for 9,900 yen, including tax.

Facts:
- From 1956 to 1957
- 30 address
- 21-year-old
- In 2020,
- 2025
- First edition: 1957
- October 2026
- 9,900 yen including tax

## One device to dry your gear after a ride. CustomJapan launches “Smart Helmet Dryer” for helmets, gloves and boots

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:21:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000154.000070755.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275991-en.html
- anchor: #n3242853
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カスタムジャパン、Custom Japan Co., Ltd.

株式会社カスタムジャパン will launch the “Smart Helmet Dryer” on its e-commerce site in October 2026. The device dries helmets, gloves and boots and removes odors with ozone, all in one unit.

Facts:
- From Oct. 2026
- 8,680 yen (tax included)
- Power consumption: 115 W
- High-temperature mode (approx. 65°C)
- Low-temperature mode (approx. 45°C)
- Airflow: 2.07 m/s
- Ozone generation function (0.02 ppm)
- Can be set for up to 270 minutes
- Rated voltage: AC 100 V

## Online bank debit service “Jamm” reports zero chargebacks and fraud incidents in its first year of operation since launch.

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:19:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000125998.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275992-en.html
- anchor: #n3242854
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Jamm、Jamm

株式会社Jammは、銀行口座直結型A2A決済サービス「Jamm」の運用開始から1年間（2025年10月〜2026年10月）において、累計決済件数3,878件に対しチャージバックおよび不正利用報告が0件であることを発表した。

Facts:
- Zero chargebacks or fraud reports
- 3,878 total transactions
- 1 year of operation
- Fee: 1.8%
- 2.2% from 2027 onward
- 1% of the payment amount
- 316 financial institutions nationwide

## “Yamazaki 25 Years” wins top “Trophy” award in its category at the global spirits competition ISC

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:12:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001626.000042435.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275812-en.html
- anchor: #n3242791
- Companies mentioned: サントリー（株）、サントリー株式会社

Suntory’s “Yamazaki 25 Years” won the top “Trophy” award in the Japanese whisky category at the 31st International Spirits Challenge 2026, a global spirits competition held in London, England. The company also won “Producer of the Year” in the same category for 7 consecutive years.

Facts:
- 31st
- 2026
- Yamazaki 25 Years
- 7 consecutive years
- More than 800 products

## HITOHATA-produced “ASAKUSA CULTURE & LIGHTS 2026” is accepting sponsorships. Projection mapping themed around 1,400 years of history and culture will be displayed on Sensoji Temple’s Main Hall and Hozomon Gate.

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:10:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000514.000046440.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275810-en.html
- anchor: #n3242792
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社一旗、浅草カルチャー&ライツ実行委員会、東京都、公益財団法人東京観光財団、株式会社JTB、アソビュー！、チケットぴあ、ローソンチケット、KKday、Trip.com、JTB 体験・遊び・レジャーチケット予約、Webket、セブン‐イレブン、ローソン、ミニストップ、JTB浅草店、JTB上野マルイ店、JTB北千住マルイ店、JTBパサージオ西新井店、JTB亀有アリオ店、松屋浅草店

Sponsorships are being sought for “ASAKUSA CULTURE & LIGHTS 2026,” produced by 株式会社一旗. Projection mapping themed around 1,400 years of history and culture will be shown at Sensoji Temple’s Main Hall and Hozomon Gate, alongside special viewings.

Facts:
- 1,400 years of history
- Attracted more than 150,000 visitors
- Approximately 50 large votive paintings
- 2,300 yen
- 2,500 yen
- 800 yen
- 1,000 yen
- 3,800 yen
- 4,000 yen
- ¥2,100
- 600 yen
- 12,000 yen

## “The Premium Malt’s Master’s Dream〈Yamazaki Cask-Aged〉2026” launches in a limited quantity

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:10:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001625.000042435.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275811-en.html
- anchor: #n3242793
- Companies mentioned: サントリー（株）、サントリー山崎蒸溜所、サントリー

サントリーは、「ザ・プレミアム・モルツ マスターズドリーム〈山崎原酒樽熟成〉２０２６」を11月10日より数量限定で新発売する。

Facts:
- ２０２６
- Nov. 10
- 715 ml
- ¥6,000
- ８.５％

## Curl up in a cat’s kotatsu. Give your usual kotatsu a cat-inspired makeover! Kotatsu futon set joins the popular “Moyahaya, Neko.” series

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:10:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000442.000039747.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275808-en.html
- anchor: #n3242794
- Companies mentioned: タンスのゲン株式会社、タンスのゲン、タンスのゲン本店、タンスのゲン楽天市場店、タンスのゲンヤフーショッピング店

タンスのゲン株式会社 has launched a 2-piece set of kotatsu cover and underblanket from its “Moyahaya, Neko.” series, designed to recreate the warmth and feel of a cat.

Facts:
- Cumulative sales of the series have exceeded 38,400
- Cat-warming fabric adds +3.8°C
- Made with high-density 340 g/㎡ fabric
- Approx. 1.5 cm-thick urethane foam
- Available in 6 colors, so you can choose your favorite cat

## Notice on starting consideration of a shareholder benefit program using pure gold

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000598.000001924.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275816-en.html
- anchor: #n3242796
- Companies mentioned: THE WHY HOW DO COMPANY株式会社、日本純金行株式会社

THE WHY HOW DO COMPANY株式会社は、100％子会社の日本純金行株式会社が扱う純金製品を活用した株主優待制度の導入検討を開始した。現時点では導入決定ではなく、対象範囲や贈呈方法などの詳細は今後発表される予定である。

Facts:
- 100% subsidiary
- Approximately 30 g
- Approx. 10 g
- Approx. 1 g
- Approx. 0.2 g
- January 18, 2021
- July 12, 2004
- Securities code: 3823

## Sale underway with downloadable games up to 83% off! “CODE VEIN II Deluxe Edition” is 40% off!

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002349.000051316.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275809-en.html
- anchor: #n3242795
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント、Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.、ソニー・インタラクティブエンタテインメント、任天堂

株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント is running a sale on downloadable games on the PlayStation Store and Nintendo eShop. Discounts of up to 83% are available on titles including “ONE PIECE WORLD SEEKER” and “CODE VEIN II Deluxe Edition.”

Facts:
- Up to 83% off
- 40% OFF
- Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026
- Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026
- Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026

## キャステム establishes mechanical watch brand “I.S.ICASA,” unveils its debut at Tokyo Watch Week

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:09:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000307.000035017.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275820-en.html
- anchor: #n3242797
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社キャステム、キャステム、KOHKOH

株式会社キャステム has established the mechanical watch brand “I.S.ICASA” in collaboration with 22-year-old independent watchmaker Soichiro Ikeda. The brand’s debut model, “I.S.ICASA Tourbillon 01,” will be unveiled at Tokyo Watch Week in October 2026.

Facts:
- 22-year-old independent watchmaker
- More than 95% of the volume
- A history of more than 1,200 years
- Founded in 1970
- In 2023,
- 2024
- 2025
- 2026年10月9日（金）～12日（月）

## “Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend × 横浜市” collaboration campaign starts Oct. 8 (Thu)!

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:07:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002024.000013670.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275823-en.html
- anchor: #n3242798
- Companies mentioned: 横浜市、公益財団法人横浜市観光協会、株式会社アニプレックス、よこはまコスモワールド、泉陽興業株式会社、京浜急行電鉄株式会社

To mark the release of the theatrical anime “Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend,” 横浜市 and 株式会社アニプレックス will run a collaboration campaign from October 8 to October 30. Plans include sticker giveaways, illuminations and transit perks.

Facts:
- The series has surpassed 4 million copies in cumulative circulation
- About 250 stores participating across all areas
- 6 exclusive designs in all
- Adults: 750 yen
- Children: 380 yen

## A running sock brand shaped by runners' voices and dedicated to comfort: The official Japan online site launches, where customers can compare and choose from 5 balega ＜バレーガ＞ series

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:06:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000178928.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275827-en.html
- anchor: #n3242799
- Companies mentioned: インプラス EU、Implus EU、balega、バレーガ、Climate Neutral

インプラス EU launched the official Japan online site for balega, a running sock brand from South Africa, on September 28, 2026. The site compares and sells 5 series and provides product information and selection guides for balega, which has earned Climate Neutral certification.

Facts:
- September 28, 2026
- 5 series
- ¥2,860–¥3,850, including tax
- 3,300 yen (tax included)
- Orders of ¥10,000 or more
- Within 4 business days
- 2003
- 2022
- 2023

## A new encounter with carefully selected domestic cheeses from across Japan: RE:CHEESE TOKYO launches

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:05:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000192135.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275828-en.html
- anchor: #n3242800
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社RE CHEESE、ヴィノスやまざき、チーズ＆ワインアカデミー東京

株式会社RE CHEESE will launch its new brand, “RE:CHEESE TOKYO,” offering carefully selected domestic cheeses and sweets from across Japan, in Ginza, Tokyo, in November 2026.

Facts:
- Launching from November 2026
- Visited more than 160 cheese makers in 6 countries
- Ajino Techo “Hai!! Cheese” (ended in 2023)
- Scheduled to be established on Friday, October 23, 2026

## [Amoova Asset] President and CEO Stephanie Droulez receives the iDAC Leadership Award

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:05:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000098.000046569.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275829-en.html
- anchor: #n3242801
- Companies mentioned: アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社、日興アセットマネジメント株式会社、iDAC、Investment Diversity Advisory Council, Inc.、iDAC Inc.、ニューヨーク証券取引所、三井住友トラストグループ

Stephanie Droulez, president and CEO of Amoova Asset Management, has received the iDAC Leadership Award. The company is a global asset manager that emphasizes diversity and inclusion, with approximately ¥53.9 trillion in total assets under management.

Facts:
- September 23, 2026
- 27 nationalities
- More than 275 companies worldwide are members
- Amounts to US$18 trillion
- Established in Japan in 1959
- More than 200 investment professionals worldwide*
- 運用資産総額は約53.9兆円**
- Changed its name from Nikko Asset Management in September 2025
- Data as of the end of June 2026

## パーク ハイアット 東京 ジランドール by アラン デュカス「フォーハンズディナー with ブノワ東京 × メゾン ルイ ラトゥール」のご案内

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:05:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000180.000012816.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275830-en.html
- anchor: #n3242802
- Companies mentioned: パーク ハイアット 東京、ジランドール by アラン デュカス、ブノワ東京、メゾン ルイ ラトゥール、ルイ ラトゥール、デュカス パリ、ラ ターブル ダンヴェール、ミシェル ロスタン、ホステルリー ド ラベイ ド ラ セル、ラトリエ ド ジョエル ロブション、アラン デュカス オ プラザ アテネ、ル ルイ キャーンズ－アラン デュカス、クラブ オン ザ パーク、ニューヨーク グリル＆バー、梢、ピーク ラウンジ＆バー

Park Hyatt Tokyo’s French brasserie, ジランドール by アラン デュカス, will hold a collaboration dinner with the Burgundy wine house ルイ ラトゥール on November 5, 2026.

Facts:
- Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
- Founded in 1797
- ¥44,000 per person
- Established in 1994
- 39th–52nd floors of Shinjuku Park Tower
- 171 guest rooms

## [Record set] 東京ユナイテッドBC sets a new B.LEAGUE ONE single-game attendance record in Round 2 GAME 1!

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:05:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000092.000084313.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275831-en.html
- anchor: #n3242803
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社東京ユナイテッドバスケットボール、東京ユナイテッドBC、TUBC、りそなグループ、アースフレンズ東京Z、鹿児島レブナイズ

東京ユナイテッドBC recorded an attendance of 7,293 at Round 2 GAME 1 of B.LEAGUE ONE, held at Ariake Arena on October 3, 2026, setting a new single-game attendance record for the league.

Facts:
- 7,293 people
- October 3, 2026
- 2026-27
- Round 2
- 10,358 people
- October 14, 2023

## 【産学連携】大阪芸大生が御堂筋に2.6mの「巨大さつまいも」を出現させる！大丸心斎橋店「オイモサンマルシェ」で学生制作の「お芋みくじ」を出店

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000276.000044215.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275834-en.html
- anchor: #n3242804
- Companies mentioned: 大阪芸術大学、学校法人塚本学院、株式会社オオサカポテト、株式会社大丸松坂屋百貨店、大丸心斎橋店、CAMPFIRE

Through an industry-academia collaboration with 株式会社オオサカポテト and 大丸心斎橋店, students in the Department of Design at 大阪芸術大学 will create and display a 2.6m-tall giant sweet potato sculpture at “Oimo-san Marche on Midosuji,” held in October 2026.

Facts:
- 2.6m tall
- From October 10 (Sat.) to October 12 (Mon., holiday), 2026
- Target amount: 3 million yen

## CEATEC2026 international workshop “The Future Society Created by 6G × AI”

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000152719.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275897-en.html
- anchor: #n3242839
- Companies mentioned: XGモバイル推進フォーラム、XGMF、総務省、一般社団法人電波産業会、ARIB

XGモバイル推進フォーラム, co-hosting with 総務省 and the Telecommunications Engineering Center, will hold an international workshop on the theme “The Future Society Created by 6G × AI” at CEATEC2026 on October 14 and 15.

Facts:
- CEATEC2026
- Wednesday, October 14
- Thursday, the 15th
- 2 days

## QUICK to begin providing financial and economic data compatible with “MCP” in December 2026

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000050.000152643.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275894-en.html
- anchor: #n3242838
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社QUICK、日本経済新聞社グループ、Claude

株式会社QUICK will begin providing financial and economic data compatible with the standard protocol “Model Context Protocol (MCP),” which links data with generative AI and AI agents, in December 2026.

Facts:
- Dec. 2026

## [株式会社アセンド] Exhibiting “RecACE plus,” a call recording and AI transcription and summarization service for addressing customer harassment, at Otsuka Corporation’s “Autumn Business Solution Fair 2026”

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000089.000039866.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275891-en.html
- anchor: #n3242837
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アセンド、株式会社大塚商会

株式会社アセンド will exhibit at Otsuka Corporation’s “Autumn Business Solution Fair 2026” on October 14, 2026, showcasing its call recording and AI transcription and summarization service “RecACE plus” and its new service “RecACE plus for Mobile.”

Facts:
- Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026
- 10:00～17:30

## OSAJI to launch limited-quantity Yuzu〈Yuzu〉 series inspired by winter-solstice yuzu baths from Wednesday, December 2, 2026.

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000112.000132927.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275890-en.html
- anchor: #n3242836
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社OSAJI、OSAJI

株式会社OSAJI will release the “Yuzu〈Yuzu〉” series, inspired by winter-solstice yuzu baths, in limited quantities starting December 2, 2026.

Facts:
- Limited-quantity release from Wednesday, December 2, 2026

## Plan a budget based on video length, filming and AI voice requirements. フィシルコム株式会社 revamps video production estimate simulator

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000115.000145240.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275887-en.html
- anchor: #n3242835
- Companies mentioned: フィシルコム株式会社

フィシルコム株式会社 has revamped its video production estimate simulator and offers a page where users can check an estimate based on conditions such as the number of videos, length, filming days and AI voice.

Facts:
- Within 60 seconds (standard)
- 1–3 minutes
- 3–10 minutes
- Over 10 minutes
- October 26, 2020

## “2nd Sammy Cup” to be held at Boat Race Edogawa

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000125.000096065.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275886-en.html
- anchor: #n3242834
- Companies mentioned: サミー株式会社、株式会社ユニバーサルエンターテインメント

サミー株式会社 will hold the “2nd Sammy Cup” at Boat Race Edogawa from November 5 to 8, 2026, with activities including merchandise sales and character appearances. On November 8, it will also hold a prediction battle in collaboration with 株式会社ユニバーサルエンターテインメント.

Facts:
- Nov. 5, 2026
- Nov. 8
- 2nd

## [Top lifeguards from across the country compete] The 52nd All Japan Lifesaving Championships to be held at Katase Nishihama Beach (藤沢市, 神奈川県)! The 2026 ocean event champions will be decided!

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000146.000043525.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275883-en.html
- anchor: #n3242833
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人日本ライフセービング協会、国土交通省、スポーツ庁、消防庁、海上保安庁、オーストラリア大使館、神奈川県、藤沢市、日本赤十字社、公益社団法人日本水難救済会、公益社団法人藤沢市観光協会、公益財団法人日本水泳連盟、株式会社SUBARU、資生堂ジャパン株式会社、東亜建設工業株式会社、シナネンホールディングス株式会社、株式会社ポピンズ、アルコ株式会社、Coleman、株式会社櫻井興業、株式会社クレーマージャパン、株式会社オケアノース、江の島海水浴場協同組合、江の島片瀬漁業協同組合、公益財団法人かながわ海岸美化財団、一般社団法人神奈川県ライフセービング協会、鵠沼サーフショップ組合、鵠沼ビーチクリーンクラブ、湘南漁業協同組合 藤沢支所、株式会社湘南なぎさパーク、株式会社殿網、特定非営利活動法人西浜サーフライフセービングクラブ、日本サーフィン連盟 湘南藤沢支部、公益財団法人藤沢市みらい創造財団、JSCスポーツ振興基金、鎌倉市、茅ヶ崎市、藤沢市・茅ヶ崎市サーフ９０ライフセービング支援協議会、西浜サーフライフセービングクラブ、館山サーフライフセービングクラブ、茅ヶ崎サーフライフセービングクラブ、湯河原ライフセービングクラブ、下田ライフセービングクラブ、鴨川ライフセービングクラブ、九十九里ライフセービングクラブ、大磯ライフセービングクラブ、淡路島ライフセービングクラブ、西伊豆ライフセービングクラブ、岩井ライフセービングクラブ、白浜ライフセービングクラブ、日本体育大学荏原高等学校ライフセービングクラブ

公益財団法人日本ライフセービング協会 will hold the “52nd All Japan Lifesaving Championships” at Katase Nishihama Beach in 藤沢市, 神奈川県, from October 10 to 12, 2026. A total of 53 teams and 665 participants will compete for the ocean event titles.

Facts:
- 52nd
- FY2026
- Oct. 10, 2026
- The 12th (Monday, public holiday)
- 53 teams
- 665 people

## Went to the office only to spend the day in online meetings? 26.9% of people in their 20s say there is “little face-to-face interaction,” compared with 6.3% of people in their 50s and 60s

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000166.000069473.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275882-en.html
- anchor: #n3242832
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LASSIC、LASSIC

According to a survey conducted by 株式会社LASSIC, 26.9% of respondents in their 20s cited “little face-to-face interaction” as a concern on office days during hybrid work, far higher than the 6.3% of respondents in their 50s and 60s. The most frequently cited benefit of office days was “being able to speak directly with colleagues,” while the top drawback was “the burden of commuting.”

Facts:
- 1,007 people
- 48.6％
- 47.1％

## [Kotsu Shimbunsha] to exhibit at the 33rd Railway Festival (Oct. 10 and 11, 2026)

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000169.000050139.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275881-en.html
- anchor: #n3242831
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社交通新聞社、ＴＯＭＹＴＥＣ

株式会社交通新聞社 will exhibit at the 33rd Railway Festival, held at Odaiba East Promenade on Oct. 10 and 11, 2026, selling a limited edition of Compass Timetable and Railway Musume merchandise.

Facts:
- 2026年10月10日（土）・11日（日）
- ¥1,200 (tax included)
- 1,000 yen (tax included)
- ¥400 (tax included)

## [Webinar confirmed!] Attitudes toward commercial BL, fan creations and generative AI: An analysis of regional differences in Japan and overseas

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000182.000022111.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275880-en.html
- anchor: #n3242830
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サンディアス、オタ活マーケ研究所

株式会社サンディアス (オタ活マーケ研究所) will hold a free webinar on Oct. 22, 2026, analyzing regional differences in attitudes toward commercial BL, fan creations and generative AI in Japan and overseas.

Facts:
- Oct. 22, 2026
- 14:00
- September–October 2026

## [Wevox] Establishment of a new Communications Design Bureau to maximize Wevox Time in society

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000201.000021544.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275878-en.html
- anchor: #n3242829
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アトラエ、Wevox

株式会社アトラエ will establish a new organization, the Communications Design Bureau, within its Wevox business effective Oct. 1, 2026, aiming to maximize “Wevox Time.”

Facts:
- Effective October 1, 2026
- More than 4,450 client organizations and groups
- Cumulative engagement survey responses exceed 470 million

## Enjoy autumn among friendly cosmos flowers!

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000221.000125115.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275876-en.html
- anchor: #n3242828
- Companies mentioned: 鳴門市役所、鳴門市

鳴門市 announced the viewing period for a cosmos field created through citizen collaboration (Oct. 11–Nov. 8) and the schedule for opening hospitality centers at 6 locations in the city.

Facts:
- Oct. 11
- Nov. 8
- 6 locations

## “2026-2027 &TEAM CONCERT TOUR 'Mark on You' <on your mark event>” | Custom keyring brand taag to launch original items

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000222.000077024.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275875-en.html
- anchor: #n3242827
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 MXN JAPAN、taag、&TEAM、YX LABELS

Custom keyring brand taag, operated by 株式会社MXN JAPAN, is taking part in a commemorative event for &TEAM’s concert tour and will begin accepting preorders for original items at its official online store on Oct. 7.

Facts:
- 9-member global group &TEAM
- Four consecutive million-selling releases
- ¥1,300 each (tax included)
- 1,700 yen each (tax included)
- 1,900 yen each (tax included)
- 900 yen each (tax included)
- 600 yen each (tax included)

## 【エスパル山形】「クリスピー・クリーム・ドーナツ」が期間限定でオープン！（情報第２弾）

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000264.000149926.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275874-en.html
- anchor: #n3242826
- Companies mentioned: 仙台ターミナルビル株式会社、エスパル山形、クリスピー・クリーム・ドーナツ、クリスピー・クリーム・ドーナツ・ジャパン株式会社

クリスピー・クリーム・ドーナツ・ジャパン株式会社 will open a temporary shop at エスパル山形, operated by 仙台ターミナルビル株式会社. The shop will operate from Oct. 14 to 18, 2026, selling Original Glazed® Dozen and a recommended dozen assortment in limited quantities.

Facts:
- Oct. 14 (Wed.)–Oct. 18 (Sun.), 2026
- Price: ¥1,750 (tax included).
- Price: 2,850 yen (tax included)

## ビーマップ announces “Vital Monitor,” a system to ease the burden of monitoring, measuring and recording at care facilities

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000268.000018483.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275873-en.html
- anchor: #n3242825
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビーマップ、ビーマップ、HUAWEI

株式会社ビーマップ has announced “Vital Monitor,” a monitoring solution for care facilities, and begun recruiting facilities to take part in trials. The solution links Wi-Fi access points with smartwatches to help collect and record vital data and track users’ locations. A campaign is also underway offering HUAWEI access points at special prices.

Facts:
- Limited to 300 units each
- Through March 31, 2027
- Maximum device rate: 13.66 Gbps
- Maximum number of users: 1,800
- Maximum device rate: 6.45 Gbps
- Maximum number of users: 1,200

## [HIRAMATSU CHRISTMAS 2026] Christmas reservations open from Wednesday, Oct. 7 — ひらまつ Christmas: A day that becomes a lasting memory

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000270.000097330.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275871-en.html
- anchor: #n3242824
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ひらまつ、ひらまつ

Reservations for special Christmas courses will open on Oct. 7, 2026, at 20 restaurants nationwide operated by 株式会社ひらまつ. The offering runs from Dec. 1 to 25.

Facts:
- 2026
- October 7
- 20 restaurants nationwide
- Dec. 1
- 25th

## Naru-to line-caught yellowtail delivered straight to Osaka’s Honmachi! Sashimi, sesame yellowtail, marinated sushi and more available from Sept. 24

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000318.000136460.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275870-en.html
- anchor: #n3242823
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社N・I、北海道海鮮 にほんいち 本町店

株式会社N・I will begin serving 6 new dishes made with line-caught yellowtail delivered directly from fishermen in Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture, at 北海道海鮮 にほんいち 本町店 from Sept. 24, 2026.

Facts:
- Sept. 24, 2026
- 6 products
- 1,280 yen
- 980 yen
- 1,080 yen
- 1,680 yen
- 1,180 yen

## Popular character Rilakkuma teams up with fotowa! New “Newborn Photos with Rilakkuma” plan includes a baby plush toy gift

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000376.000008963.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275869-en.html
- anchor: #n3242822
- Companies mentioned: ピクスタ株式会社、fotowa、PIXTA ASIA PTE. LTD.、PIXTA VIETNAM CO., LTD.、POTONOW CO.,LTD.、株式会社YASUMI WORKS

ピクスタ株式会社 will launch a newborn photography plan in collaboration with Rilakkuma, available exclusively in Tokyo’s 23 wards from Oct. 7, 2026, with a baby plush toy as a gift.

Facts:
- Starting Wednesday, October 7, 2026
- Weekdays: 34,100 yen (tax included)
- Weekends and holidays: 39,600 yen (tax included)
- At least 40 digital photos provided
- A Rilakkuma baby plush toy (1 item) as a gift
- Capital: 332,437 thousand yen

## [GUCCI] Launch of the new Starlet handbag

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000382.000062216.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275868-en.html
- anchor: #n3242821
- Companies mentioned: グッチ、GUCCI、ケリング、株式会社ケリングジャパン

グッチが現代的な感性を映し出す新作ハンドバッグライン「スターレット」を発売。ショルダーバッグ、ボストンバッグ、バケットバッグ、トートバッグの4種類を展開し、価格は32万4,500円から50万6,000円。

Facts:
- ¥363,000
- ¥506,000
- ¥346,500
- ¥418,000
- ¥324,500
- 1921

## [Kochi Digital Outreach Program: Deji-hatsu BASE] Recruiting participants for Step 3, “SECOND CONNECT”

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000384.000033909.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275867-en.html
- anchor: #n3242820
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルファドライブ、株式会社マルメル、TOAI

Kochi Prefecture is recruiting participants for “SECOND CONNECT,” the third installment of the Kochi Digital Outreach Program: Deji-hatsu BASE, held as part of the Reiwa 8 fiscal year Kochi Digital College. The hands-on program combines regional collaboration workshops with ongoing support and will take place in 3 areas of the prefecture from October 2026 to February 2027.

Facts:
- 3 areas in the prefecture (Hata, Reihoku and Aki)
- 4-month hands-on program
- From October 2026 through February 2027
- Up to 30 participants per area
- Participation fee: Free
- Application deadline: Oct. 23, 2026
- More than 300 websites have been supported to date

## 【地どり屋つかだ 渋谷】メニューリニューアル～市場流通量１%に満たない「地鶏の価値と可能性を広げる挑戦の場」のフラッグシップへ～

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000706.000004635.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275866-en.html
- anchor: #n3242819
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エー・ピーホールディングス、地どり屋つかだ、塚田農場、四十八漁場、芝浦食肉

株式会社エー・ピーホールディングスが運営する「地どり屋つかだ 渋谷」は、2026年10月7日よりメニューをリニューアルし、地鶏の価値と可能性を広げるフラッグシップ店舗へ進化させる。新メニューでは全体の約4割に地鶏を使用し、主力として流通量が少ない「みやざき地頭鶏」を採用する。

Facts:
- From Oct. 7, 2026 (Wed.).
- 全体の約4割に地鶏を使用
- Miyazaki Jitokko accounts for about 0.03% of the total distribution volume
- Males: about 120 days
- Females: about 150 days
- 1㎡あたり2羽以下
- Seating: 50 seats

## 楽天証券 significantly expands the stocks available through “Kabu Mini®” and “Kabu Pitatt®”

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000761.000011088.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275861-en.html
- anchor: #n3242818
- Companies mentioned: 楽天証券株式会社、楽天証券、オリオンビール株式会社、NEXT FUNDS 日経半導体株指数連動型上場投信、SBI証券、松井証券、マネックス証券、三菱UFJ eスマート証券

楽天証券 will significantly expand the stocks available through “Kabu Mini®” and “Kabu Pitatt®” for trades executed from Oct. 8, 2026. The expansion brings the number of stocks available through Kabu Mini to 2,093 and through Kabu Pitatt to 1,158.

Facts:
- Oct. 8, 2026
- 2,093 stocks
- 1,044 stocks
- 1,158 stocks
- 114 stocks

## FRONTEO and 小胞体ストレス研究所 launch a patient stratification biomarker discovery project using Drug Discovery AI Factory

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000772.000006776.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275845-en.html
- anchor: #n3242817
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FRONTEO、小胞体ストレス研究所、徳島大学先端酵素学研究所、国立研究開発法人日本医療研究開発機構、科学技術振興機構、新エネルギー・産業技術総合開発機構、名城大学薬学部、京都大学高等研究院、株式会社アルネッツ

株式会社FRONTEO and 小胞体ストレス研究所 have launched a patient stratification biomarker discovery project for ERS, a candidate diabetes treatment. The project will use FRONTEO’s AI drug discovery support service, Drug Discovery AI Factory (DDAIF), and will be carried out as part of DDAIF Innovation Bridge, which launches in February 2026. FRONTEO will invest in the company.

Facts:
- Founded in 2017
- FRONTEO has been rolling out since February 2026
- Accumulated through more than 20 years of research
- Has obtained a total of 21 patent rights
- Capital: 915,057 thousand yen

## Employees in its founding city of Hikari show their support and meet the players: Kanro × レノファ山口FC to hold Kanro Match 2026!

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000792.000041274.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275815-en.html
- anchor: #n3242816
- Companies mentioned: カンロ株式会社、レノファ山口FC、株式会社インテージＳＲＩ+

カンロ株式会社 will co-host Kanro Match 2026 with レノファ山口FC on October 18, 2026, inviting approximately 72 employees from Hikari City to promote regional collaboration and employee engagement.

Facts:
- Sunday, October 18, 2026
- Approximately 72 people
- 70th anniversary of its launch
- All 19 businesses
- To make it 70%

## 83% of people feel less physically fit than 5 years ago; only 38% take action to maintain or regain fitness

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000833.000004729.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275817-en.html
- anchor: #n3242815
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クロス・マーケティング

According to a 2026 survey on physical fitness conducted by 株式会社クロス・マーケティング, 83% of people feel less physically fit than 5 years ago, while only 38% take action to maintain or regain their fitness.

Facts:
- 82.9% feel that their physical fitness has declined
- Current physical fitness averages 73.04
- Those who feel their fitness has improved or remained unchanged total 39.1%
- A high 30.9%
- 37.5% say they are taking action
- 25.5% among people in their 60s
- In the 20% range
- 1,100 samples in this survey

## AIsmiley to exhibit at the BUSINESS FAIR 26TH, hosted by 西武信用金庫. Event to be held at Shinjuku Sumitomo Building Triangle Plaza on Oct. 15 (Thu.)

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000854.000053344.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275814-en.html
- anchor: #n3242814
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイスマイリー、西武信用金庫、AIsmiley、AIsmiley Community

株式会社アイスマイリー will exhibit at the BUSINESS FAIR 26TH, hosted by 西武信用金庫, at Shinjuku Sumitomo Building Triangle Plaza on October 15, offering advice on using the AI portal media AIsmiley and co-creation community AIsmiley Community, as well as consultations on AI solutions.

Facts:
- Thursday, October 15, 2026
- More than 350 companies and organizations
- 10：00～17：00
- Booth No.: B-01
- 3,000,000 monthly page views
- 500 or more listed products
- Capital: 14,990 thousand yen

## Rosetta’s ultra-high-accuracy AI translation to be showcased at CEATEC 2026

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000860.000006279.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275813-en.html
- anchor: #n3242813
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロゼッタ、株式会社メタリアルグループ、株式会社メタリアル、ITR

株式会社ロゼッタ will exhibit its high-accuracy industrial translation AI, T-4OO, at CEATEC 2026, to be held at Makuhari Messe from October 13 to 16, 2026.

Facts:
- Supports specialized documents in 2,000 fields
- Covers 2,000 specialized fields and 100 languages
- Achieves a sentence-level revision rate of 0.05%
- Ultra-high-accuracy machine translation boasting 95% accuracy
- Customer base of more than 6,000 companies

## New merchandise featuring original illustrations by artist 如日やさか, based on 『晴野さんのことなんて全然好き』, to debut at AGF2026! Pre-sale confirmed at the 中外鉱業 booth [Y-23]!

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000870.000059072.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275819-en.html
- anchor: #n3242812
- Companies mentioned: 中外鉱業株式会社、中外鉱業コンテンツ部、Chugaionline、中外鉱業

中外鉱業 will pre-sell new merchandise from 『晴野さんのことなんて全然好き』 at its booth [Y-23] during Animate Girls Festival 2026, to be held at Ikebukuro Sunshine City on November 7–8, 2026.

Facts:
- Saturday, November 7, 2026–Sunday, November 8
- 中外鉱業 booth [Y-23]
- 1会計3,000円(税込)
- 6 types in total
- Reservation period: Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 16:00–Monday, November 9, 23:59
- Shipping: Scheduled to begin in February 2027
- Price: 2,200 yen (tax included)
- 2 types in total
- Sale price: ¥1,650 (tax included)
- Retail price: 1,760 yen (tax included)
- 販売価格：1個 440円(税込)
- 1 SET [11 pieces]
- 4,840 yen (tax included)
- Price: 4,070 yen (tax included)

## Enjoy Halloween in Harajuku, the home of KAWAII, at KAWAII MONSTER LAND, with special events held for 4 consecutive weeks and colorful, slightly spooky limited-edition menu items!

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000913.000017258.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275818-en.html
- anchor: #n3242811
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment、GiGO（ギーゴ）、アソビシステム株式会社、アソビシステム

株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment and アソビシステム株式会社 announced that 4 consecutive weeks of special events will be held starting October 10 at KAWAII MONSTER LAND -HARAJUKU-, the Harajuku entertainment venue currently hosting KAWAII MONSTER HALLOWEEN 2026. Limited-edition food and drinks will also be available.

Facts:
- Special events on 5 nights
- 990 yen (tax included)
- ¥1,430 (tax included)
- 1,650 yen (tax included)
- 1,760 yen (tax included)
- 2,420 yen (including tax)
- 1,320 yen (tax included)
- 1,100 yen (tax included)
- From 2,800 yen

## Champagne Bar with Krug opens for a limited time at マンダリン オリエンタル 東京 Sense Tea Corner

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000928.000006986.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275841-en.html
- anchor: #n3242810
- Companies mentioned: モエ ヘネシー ジャパン株式会社、クリュッグ、KRUG、マンダリン オリエンタル 東京、マンダリン オリエンタル ホテル グループ

A limited-time bar featuring the champagne クリュッグ, distributed by モエ ヘネシー ジャパン株式会社, will open at マンダリン オリエンタル 東京 from October 1 to December 30, 2026.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Dec. 30, 2026
- 37th floor
- Bottle: 60,000 yen
- Glass: 8,000 yen
- 60 ml each: 11,000 yen

## Professional on-location photography service fotowa (フォトワ) collaborates with Rilakkuma! A baby plush toy is also included♪ New plan, Newborn Photos with Rilakkuma, now available

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000950.000018631.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275839-en.html
- anchor: #n3242809
- Companies mentioned: サンエックス株式会社、ピクスタ株式会社、fotowa、サンエックス

サンエックス株式会社 will launch a new Newborn Photos with Rilakkuma plan, available exclusively in Tokyo’s 23 wards starting October 7, 2026, in collaboration with the on-location photography service fotowa, operated by ピクスタ株式会社.

Facts:
- Starting Wednesday, October 7, 2026
- Weekdays: 34,100 yen (tax included)
- Weekends and holidays: 39,600 yen (tax included)
- At least 40 digital photos provided
- A Rilakkuma baby plush toy (1 item) as a gift

## MAZZEL members KAIRYU & HAYATO, wearing items from MUS, will grace the double cover of the special edition of NYLON JAPAN’s December issue.

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001229.000014511.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275838-en.html
- anchor: #n3242808
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バロックジャパンリミテッド、MUS、MAZZEL、NYLON JAPAN、Disney SERIES CREATED by MUS、DISNEY

株式会社バロックジャパンリミテッド announced that MAZZEL dance and vocal group members KAIRYU and HAYATO will grace the double cover of the special edition of the December 2026 issue of NYLON JAPAN, wearing pieces from its MUS brand.

Facts:
- On sale Wednesday, October 28, 2026
- Spanning a total of 12 pages

## MARGARET HOWELL: Collaboration collection with マッキントッシュ launches

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001603.000009786.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275837-en.html
- anchor: #n3242807
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TSIホールディングス、MARGARET HOWELL、マッキントッシュ、mix.tokyo

A collaboration collection between MARGARET HOWELL, operated by 株式会社TSIホールディングス, and British brand マッキントッシュ is launching. Coats and blousons made with the contemporary RAINTEC® material go on sale October 7.

Facts:
- Since its founding in 1823
- For about 40 years
- In the 1990s
- Starting Wednesday, October 7
- ¥176,000
- ¥165,000
- \209,000
- ¥198,000

## [Hankyu Umeda Main Store] Start preparing in October for a Christmas proposal! Smart ring shopping recommended by the Umeda Hankyu Bridal Club

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003328.000014431.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275836-en.html
- anchor: #n3242806
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社阪急阪神百貨店、ハリー・ウィンストン、ブシュロン、ヴァン クリーフ＆アーペル、カルティエ、グラフ、ティファニー、ブルガリ、シャネル ファイン ジュエリー、ショーメ、ショパール、タサキ、ダミアーニ、ピアジェ、フレッド、ミキモト、メシカ、ヴァンドーム青山、オデュース4℃、スタージュエリー、ポンテヴェキオ、４℃、アーカー、アッシュ・ペー・フランス ビジュー、e.m.、カオル、ジャスティンデイビス、ストーリー、ハム、マリハ、ミラモア

Hankyu Umeda Main Store recommends its Umeda Hankyu Bridal Club to help customers choose a ring for a Christmas proposal. As resizing and other adjustments take approximately 1.5 to 2 months, the store recommends starting preparations in October. It offers jewelry from more than 30 domestic and international brands, concierge services and benefits.

Facts:
- Delivery takes approximately 1.5 to 2 months
- From approximately 30 brands in Japan and overseas
- From ¥2,101,000
- From ¥907,500
- Restaurant vouchers worth up to ¥10,000
- Gift certificates worth up to ¥50,000
- Event period: Nov. 4 (Wed.)–24 (Tue.)

## A long-awaited new release in the hugely popular touch-pen series! “More Words with a Touch Pen! More! My First Illustrated Encyclopedia 1000, with English” goes on sale Oct. 7

- Published: 2026-10-07T16:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003903.000013640.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275835-en.html
- anchor: #n3242805
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社小学館、小学館

小学館 released the latest title in its “Touch Pen” series, “More Words with a Touch Pen! More! My First Illustrated Encyclopedia 1000, with English,” on Oct. 7, 2026. The series has sold more than 1.5 million copies in total, and the previous title alone has sold more than 1 million copies.

Facts:
- More than 1.5 million copies sold across the series
- “More Words with a Touch Pen! More! My First Illustrated Encyclopedia 1000, with English”
- Released today [Oct. 7, 2026]
- More than 1 million copies sold of this title alone
- Approximately 1 in 6 young children
- (Survey conducted in October 2025)
- Target age: 1–6 years
- Price: ¥6,578 (tax included)

## [西武信用金庫] Information on the Healthy Food Market

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:59:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000172041.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275724-en.html
- anchor: #n3242775
- Companies mentioned: 西武信用金庫、明治安田生命保険相互会社、株式会社準組、モリヤハチミツ、創輝株式会社、FLAT BASE羽村、キッチンわたりがらす、株式会社コボコボ

西武信用金庫 and 明治安田生命保険相互会社 will co-host a food fair on Oct. 16, 2026, themed around “health” and “safety.”

Facts:
- April 2023
- Oct. 16, 2026
- 11：00～18：00
- 6 businesses

## [Takabatake Race Walking] Entry list announced! Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games medalists and Japan national team athletes gather in Takabatake!

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:58:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000808.000025141.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275725-en.html
- anchor: #n3242776
- Companies mentioned: 自衛隊体育学校、旭化成、富士通、NTTドコモ、愛知製鋼、エディオン

The Japan Association of Athletics Federations announced the entry list for the 63rd All Japan Race Walking Takabatake Meet, to be held on Oct. 25, 2026. The event is a selection meet for the Beijing 2027 World Athletics Championships, and many Japan national team athletes, including Asian Games and World Athletics Championships medalists, will compete.

Facts:
- 63rd
- Oct. 25, 2026
- Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games
- Tokyo 2025 World Athletics Championships
- Beijing 2027 World Athletics Championships

## The competitive unit for medical device makers is shifting from products to workflows and patient journeys — 3 growth models selected by category and region

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:58:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000151.000020895.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275726-en.html
- anchor: #n3242777
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ローランド･ベルガー、ローランド・ベルガー日本法人、ローランド・ベルガー、中国メーカー

ローランド・ベルガー日本法人 has published a report noting that the competitive unit in the medical device industry is shifting from products to workflows and patient journeys, and presenting growth models for Japanese manufacturers.

Facts:
- 3 growth models
- Since its founding in 1967

## Connecting dental “insights” to dementia support. Dental-medical collaboration seminar to be held in Nagoya on Dec. 13

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:58:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000183489.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275728-en.html
- anchor: #n3242778
- Companies mentioned: 日本アンチエイジング歯科学会、名古屋フォレストクリニック、有限会社ITサプライ

日本アンチエイジング歯科学会 will hold a seminar in Nagoya on Dec. 13, 2026, focusing on the role of dentistry in dementia care.

Facts:
- Dec. 13, 2026
- Approximately 4.43 million people
- Approximately 5.59 million people
- First 60 people
- 22,000 yen (tax included)
- 11,000 yen (tax included)

## Recover from fatigue just by wearing them. General medical device series “HAKUDAKE” makes its department store debut.

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:56:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000191033.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275730-en.html
- anchor: #n3242779
- Companies mentioned: ピドックス株式会社、WEARING ON、日本インフォメーション株式会社、アシックス商事株式会社、ハンブルク・エッペンドルフ大学医療センター

ピドックス株式会社’s general medical device series “HAKUDAKE” is now available at WEARING ON department stores nationwide and through its online store. The lineup includes 3 foot-care products—insole, recovery sandals and recovery sneakers—designed to promote circulation in the feet and aid recovery from fatigue simply by wearing them.

Facts:
- Awareness of recovery wear stands at 64.9%
- 22.5% have purchased it
- 36.2% of those who have not purchased it said they intend to buy it
- 95.4% of women have concerns about their feet
- The average maximum blood flow velocity at rest was 5.6 cm/sec
- When the toes were extended while bending the ankle upward, it rose to 193.6 cm/sec
- Under the study conditions, this was approximately 34.6 times the resting level
- Price: 8,800 yen (tax included)
- Price: ¥16,500 (tax included)
- Retail price: ¥59,400 (tax included)

## The keys to living alongside others are “the power of emotions” and “room to breathe” — 全世代 publishes statement from its 14th forum

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:55:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000157989.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275731-en.html
- anchor: #n3242780
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人全世代、認定NPO法人全世代、三菱UFJ銀行、株式会社kusuguru、東京大学大学院教育学研究科、東海大学医学部、こども家庭庁、公益財団法人笹川平和財団、一般社団法人Cultural Diversity推進協会、認定NPO法人Learning for All

認定NPO法人全世代 has published the statement adopted at the 14th 全世代 Forum, held on Oct. 3, 2026, advocating the importance of “the power of emotions” and “room to breathe” in living alongside others.

Facts:
- 14th
- October 3, 2026
- 53 people

## Choose from 2 special-care products to suit your skin’s condition. Martina brings back the long-awaited “Protect Cream” and introduces the new “Mellow Cream”

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000100018.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275732-en.html
- anchor: #n3242781
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社おもちゃ箱、マルティナ オーガニックスキンケア、Cosme Kitchen、omochabako公式ウェブストア、楽天市場店、マルティナ社

株式会社おもちゃ箱 will release the reissued “Protect Cream” and the new “Mellow Cream” from German organic skincare brand Martina on Oct. 23, 2026.

Facts:
- Will go on sale Friday, Oct. 23, 2026
- Both come in 15 mL sizes
- Retail price: ¥3,300 (tax included)
- Retail price: ¥3,520 (tax included)
- Founded in Germany in 1986
- Capital: 20 million yen

## [N.Avenue club Sept. 17 event report] Who will lead the way in payments? Wallets, cards and companies compete to create new customer touchpoints

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:47:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000122.000047016.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275733-en.html
- anchor: #n3242782
- Companies mentioned: N.Avenue株式会社、アンダーソン・毛利・友常法律事務所、au Coincheck Digital Assets株式会社、株式会社ジェーシービー、NADA NEWS、CoinDesk JAPAN

N.Avenue株式会社 held the 3rd roundtable of the 4th session of “N.Avenue club” on Sept. 17, 2026, with a discussion on who will lead the way in payments. The community currently has more than 200 member companies and is recruiting corporate members for annual fees starting at ¥1 million.

Facts:
- More than 200 companies
- September 17, 2026
- More than 1,000 employees
- Annual membership fee: ¥1 million

## True Data to make コスモネット, which provides POS and sales management systems for professional retailers, a wholly owned subsidiary

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:45:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000184.000039871.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275735-en.html
- anchor: #n3242783
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社True Data、True Data、株式会社コスモネット、コスモネット

株式会社True Data resolved to acquire all shares in 株式会社コスモネット, which provides “MUSASI,” a POS and sales management system for professional retailers, making it a wholly owned subsidiary. The move aims to expand into a data × AI platform connecting the consumer and professional markets.

Facts:
- Around 65 million annual active users
- Held on Oct. 7, 2026
- Established: July 1, 1995
- Established: Oct. 10, 2000
- Securities code: 4416

## “High-precision YouTube market and demand analysis” using AI × kamui tracker data

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:43:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000242.000021986.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275450-en.html
- anchor: #n3242604
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エビリー、エビリー、株式会社STAGEON、STAGEON

株式会社エビリー published a case study on high-precision market analysis combining AI with data held by its YouTube analytics tool “kamui tracker,” and held a “Data Utilization” training seminar co-hosted with 株式会社STAGEON.

Facts:
- More than 500,000 new videos per week
- Target week: Sept. 22–28, 2026; 508,481 videos
- 15 keywords were extracted
- Burst ratio: 1.26 times
- Burst ratio: 1.19 times
- Burst ratio: 1.18 times
- The growth rate itself was mid-range (1.12 times)
- 14 excluded terms
- Sales of approximately ¥100 million with a subscriber count in the 10,000s
- Works with more than 200 channels
- Capital: ¥329.7 million
- Number of employees: 52

## 【Now available!!】Free release of the answer key (sample answers) for the 2026 (Reiwa 8) Licensed Customs Broker Examination!

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:41:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002964.000021078.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275451-en.html
- anchor: #n3242605
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社

TAC株式会社 announced that it has released the answer key and explanations for the 2026 (Reiwa 8) Licensed Customs Broker Examination free of charge, and will hold an online event on October 11 via Zoom to analyze the key factors that determined whether candidates passed or failed.

Facts:
- 10/７
- 17:00
- 11/９
- 10/11
- 11:00
- December 1980

## Dec. 4 (Fri.): AndTech to hold a web-based Zoom seminar, “The Science of Tie Molecules and Lamellar Structures That Determine the Strength of Crystalline Polymers: Increasing Strength and Durability Through Molecular Design”

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:40:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001859.000080053.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275452-en.html
- anchor: #n3242606
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AndTech、SHテクノリサーチ、京都工芸繊維大学

株式会社AndTech will hold a web-based Zoom seminar on Dec. 4, 2026, on tie molecules and lamellar structures, which determine the strength of crystalline polymers.

Facts:
- Participation fee: 50,600 yen (tax included)
- This course is scheduled to begin on Dec. 4 (Fri.), 2026.

## “SAP® Concur® User Meetup” to be held

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000529.000092586.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275449-en.html
- anchor: #n3242607
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニーズウェル、株式会社コンカー、SAP Concur、SAP SE

株式会社ニーズウェル held user meetups for SAP Concur, the expense management cloud service provided by 株式会社コンカー, on Sept. 15 and 18, 2026. The events supported more efficient and advanced operations through the sharing of use cases and group discussions.

Facts:
- September 15, 2026
- Sept. 18
- October 1986
- October 2010

## Generative AI use among university transfer applicants rose from 36% to 97% in 2 years, survey of 224 successful applicants

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:38:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000128465.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275454-en.html
- anchor: #n3242608
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BearBee、オンライン編入学院、大学編入総合研究所、TPCマーケティングリサーチ(株)

大学編入予備校オンライン編入学院が運営する「大学編入総合研究所」による調査で、2025〜2027年度入学の合格者224名を対象に生成AIの利用実態を調べた結果、利用率は2年で36%から97%へ急増し、主要ツールもChatGPTからGeminiへと移行した。

Facts:
- 224 successful applicants
- 36% of students entering university in academic year 2025
- 97% among students entering university in academic year 2027 (preliminary figures)
- 78% among students entering university in academic year 2026
- 51% named ChatGPT
- Gemini: 63%
- ChatGPT: 38%

## 『SiLKROAD Revolution』 Halloween event to be held! Defeat the “Eerie Orangutan” and collect Halloween Candy!

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:37:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000206.000155525.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275453-en.html
- anchor: #n3242609
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社G・O・P、GOP Co., Ltd.、Wemade Max.CO., LTD.、Pmang、GAMEcom

株式会社G・O・P will hold a Halloween event in the PC MMORPG 『SiLKROAD Revolution』 starting Oct. 7, 2026. Players can exchange items for “Halloween Candy” collected by defeating the event monster “Eerie Orangutan.”

Facts:
- After maintenance on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026
- Before maintenance on Wednesday, Nov. 4
- 20% damage increase spell scroll
- 20% damage absorption spell scroll
- More than 20 popular game titles

## 焼豚中華そば 一番軒、期間限定「辛ニラそば」を10月8日より販売開始

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:35:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000156848.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275455-en.html
- anchor: #n3242610
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベスト・モア、焼豚中華そば 一番軒、一番軒

焼豚中華そば 一番軒, operated by 株式会社ベスト・モア, will begin selling its limited-time “Spicy Chive Soba” for ¥1,090 at its Sakae and Ōzone locations on Oct. 8, 2026.

Facts:
- 1,090 yen (tax included)
- Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
- One complimentary raw egg

## Students at 大阪音楽大学 plan and host events! “Bon Appétit: An Ensemble of Music and Food” and “Shonai Music Stroll”

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:35:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000070763.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275460-en.html
- anchor: #n3242611
- Companies mentioned: 学校法人大阪音楽大学、大阪音楽大学、stance dot、pongo101、株式会社しょうない、豊中市都市基盤部基盤整備課、庄内サウンドステーション実行委員会、私立豊中学園中等部

Students in the Music Communication program at 大阪音楽大学 will plan and hold 2 events in November: “Bon Appétit: An Ensemble of Music and Food” (paid) and “Shonai Music Stroll” (free).

Facts:
- Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
- Daytime performance: ¥3,000
- Evening performance: ¥4,500
- Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026
- Celebrated its 110th anniversary in 2025

## 株式会社STUDIO55 announces start of “Drawing Review AI” proof-of-concept (PoC) with 株式会社福田組

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:34:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000374.000085762.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275461-en.html
- anchor: #n3242612
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メタリアル、株式会社STUDIO55、株式会社福田組

STUDIO55, part of 株式会社メタリアルグループ, has begun a proof-of-concept (PoC) with 株式会社福田組 for “Drawing Review AI,” a tool designed to support the review of architectural drawings.

Facts:
- Capital: ¥5,158,408,496
- Consolidated workforce: 2,226 employees
- Consolidated revenue: ¥167.9 billion

## 【東京ベイ潮見プリンスホテル】Festive New Year events and a lavish dinner buffet to brighten the year-end and New Year holidays

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:34:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004064.000024668.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275462-en.html
- anchor: #n3242613
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社西武・プリンスホテルズワールドワイド、東京ベイ潮見プリンスホテル、石司、めだたや、Syotaro

東京ベイ潮見プリンスホテル will hold a dinner buffet to celebrate the New Year from Dec. 26, 2026, through Jan. 4, 2027. Events will include a tuna-cutting performance featuring tuna from Toyosu Market, mochi pounding and a lion dance.

Facts:
- Adults: ¥8,000
- Adults: ¥12,000
- 5 days: Dec. 26 (Sat.) through Dec. 30 (Wed.), and Jan. 4 (Mon.)
- 4 days: Dec. 31 (Thu.) through Jan. 3 (Sun.)

## Authentic flavors with aromatic spices! “Nepalese Chicken Curry,” inspired by home cooking in Nepal, launches Oct. 9

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:32:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000264.000105663.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275463-en.html
- anchor: #n3242614
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ホテル金沢、ホテル金沢

株式会社ホテル金沢 will launch “Nepalese Chicken Curry,” inspired by home cooking in Nepal, at its first-floor restaurant DINING TSUZUMI on Oct. 9, 2026, priced at ¥2,000.

Facts:
- Oct. 9, 2026
- 2,000 yen

## 「2027年カレンダー（電車・そうにゃん・バス）」を販売【相模鉄道・相鉄バス】

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:30:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000136108.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275465-en.html
- anchor: #n3242615
- Companies mentioned: 相鉄グループ、相模鉄道㈱、相鉄バス㈱、株式会社書泉、株式会社阪神コンテンツリンク

相模鉄道 and 相鉄バス will begin selling the “2027 Calendar” on Oct. 10, 2026. All 3 calendar designs—Sotetsu, そうにゃん, and Sotetsu Bus—are priced at ¥1,500 (tax included).

Facts:
- ¥1,500, tax included
- 3,000 copies
- 1,000 copies

## Oct. 28 (Wed.): Apparel circular economy business networking event to be held—co-creating apparel circulation from Saitama!

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000078879.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275466-en.html
- anchor: #n3242616
- Companies mentioned: 関東経済産業局、環境省、(株)ビームス、(株)武蔵屋、(株)ECOMMIT、川崎市、(株)comvey、サーキュラーカーボン(株)、(株)ファッションクロスフルシマ、(株)ニィニ、公益財団法人埼玉県産業振興公社、WWDJAPAN

A business networking event on the apparel circular economy will be held on Oct. 28, hosted by 公益財団法人埼玉県産業振興公社. In addition to talks by 環境省 and a fashion journalist, case studies will be presented by (株)ビームス, (株)武蔵屋 and others.

Facts:
- Capacity: 60 people
- 6 companies presenting pitches

## Christmas brand 奇貨/KIKA, bringing together “strange treasures,” unveils its 2026 Collection

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000191646.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275514-en.html
- anchor: #n3242644
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KIKA、奇貨/KIKA、奇貨

The Christmas brand 奇貨/KIKA will unveil its “奇貨/KIKA 2026 Collection,” including new items, starting Oct. 13, 2026. Limited-time pop-up shops are planned for Tokyo, Yokohama, Nagoya and Osaka.

Facts:
- 2026 Collection
- Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026
- Price: ¥2,600 (tax included)
- Price: ¥3,000 (tax included)
- Price: ¥1,800 (tax included)
- Price: ¥2,000 (tax included)
- Price: ¥2,200 (tax included)
- Price: ¥3,400 (tax included)

## 【Featuring Kazuhiko Toyama! GRASP's 5th anniversary event】GRASP NEXT STAGE 2026!!—Business reform and capital strategy to shape the future, from the challenge of building a ¥10 billion company—(Nov. 2, free admission, Viento Takasaki)

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000109412.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275512-en.html
- anchor: #n3242643
- Companies mentioned: ぐんま地域共創パートナーズ株式会社、GRASP、日本共創プラットフォーム、JPiX、株式会社JOETSU、株式会社OSAJI、佐田建設株式会社、株式会社津久井工務店、群馬銀行、ボストンコンサルティンググループ、産業再生機構、経営共創基盤、IGPI、メルカリ、日本取締役協会

ぐんま地域共創パートナーズ株式会社 (GRASP) will hold “GRASP NEXT STAGE 2026!!” in Takasaki on Nov. 2, 2026, to mark its 5th anniversary. Kazuhiko Toyama, chairman and representative director of 日本共創プラットフォーム, will deliver the keynote address. A talk session featuring companies invested in by GRASP and LP investors will also be held.

Facts:
- 5th anniversary
- 100億円企業への挑戦
- In person: approximately 120 people
- Established in December 2020

## Acrosstudio株式会社 joins the CoconaLa Group

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000157388.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275502-en.html
- anchor: #n3242642
- Companies mentioned: Acrosstudio株式会社、株式会社ココナラ、株式会社みずほココナラ

Acrosstudio株式会社 became a subsidiary of 株式会社ココナラ effective October 7, 2026, and joined the CoconaLa Group as its “AI company.” It will expand its generative AI implementation support business in collaboration with CoconaLa’s customer and talent bases.

Facts:
- Effective October 7, 2026
- More than 620,000 corporate clients
- More than 1.4 million registered skilled professionals
- Effective Sept. 1, 2026
- July 2026
- 6 million members

## Bringing innovation to PC security in the AI era: Sponsoring CTC DISCOVER 2026 and exhibiting solutions

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000041061.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275501-en.html
- anchor: #n3242641
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ZenmuTech、ZenmuTech、伊藤忠テクノソリューションズ株式会社、CTC

株式会社ZenmuTech (ZenmuTech) will sponsor “CTC DISCOVER 2026,” hosted by ITOCHU Techno-Solutions (CTC), and exhibit its “ZENMU Virtual Drive” PC security solution.

Facts:
- Oct. 16, 2026
- 10：00～18：00
- Securities code: 338A

## Publishes integrated report “Santen Report 2026”

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000095.000074428.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275500-en.html
- anchor: #n3242640
- Companies mentioned: 参天製薬株式会社、Santen

参天製薬株式会社 (Santen) has published Japanese and English editions of its integrated report, “Santen Report 2026,” for the fiscal year ended March 2026.

Facts:
- 2026
- Fiscal years 2025–2029
- 1890
- More than 135 years
- More than 60 countries and regions

## Making all of Gotanda a campus! Gotanda Valley University steps up activities under a new structure as a general incorporated association

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000100.000123454.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275497-en.html
- anchor: #n3242639
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社久米設計、一般社団法人五反田バレー、株式会社テーオーシー、東京大学大学院新領域創成科学研究科、日鉄興和不動産

Gotanda Valley University (GVU) incorporated as a general incorporated association effective July 7, 2026, and stepped up its activities as a regional collaboration platform. With Kume Sekkei among its participants, the organization is fostering connections between people and places through “learning” that treats all of Gotanda as a campus. It also took part as a cooperating organization in the October 4 social experiment “Gotanda Deshitanda!! 2026.”

Facts:
- Incorporated the operating entity effective July 7, 2026
- Social experiment on the use of public spaces in Nishi-Gotanda held on October 4, 2026
- Since its launch in February 2024
- Number of programs: 32
- 41 partner and supporter organizations

## 株式会社ココナラ makes full-scale entry into AI consulting, AI development and AI BPO for businesses

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000122.000045956.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275496-en.html
- anchor: #n3242638
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ココナラ、Acrosstudio株式会社、KPMGコンサルティング、Apple、PwC Japanグループ、総務省

At a board meeting held on October 7, 2026, 株式会社ココナラ resolved to acquire shares in AI implementation consultancy Acrosstudio and make it a subsidiary. The company will thereby make a full-scale entry into AI consulting, AI development and implementation support, and AI BPO for businesses.

Facts:
- Generative AI adoption reaches 86.4%
- 38% in the United States
- Japan remains at 9%
- More than 620,000 corporate clients
- More than 1.4 million registered skilled professionals
- Revenue of 1.13 billion yen
- Average annual growth rate of 164%
- Has grown approximately 7 times in 2 years
- Consultants and AI engineers account for more than 70%
- 63 employees

## Purchasing-outcome-based platform “PMN” expands its partner media network further

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000137.000019739.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275495-en.html
- anchor: #n3242637
- Companies mentioned: WED株式会社、株式会社ギフティ、シルタス株式会社、株式会社PTX

WED株式会社 announced that “PMN,” a purchasing-outcome-based platform it operates jointly with Giftee, has begun linking with SIRU+, a smartphone app from シルタス株式会社, and Powl, a rewards app from 株式会社PTX.

## [Online seminar on Oct. 22] The forefront of after-sales support in manufacturing enabled by AI

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000191.000000699.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275494-en.html
- anchor: #n3242636
- Companies mentioned: バーチャレクス・コンサルティング株式会社、PKSHA Technology、バーチャレクスグループ、東京証券取引所

バーチャレクス・コンサルティング株式会社 and PKSHA Technology will hold a free online seminar on October 22, 2026, focused on resolving after-sales support challenges in manufacturing.

Facts:
- Oct. 22, 2026
- Approximately 1,000 employees

## Teikoku Real Estate raises 500 million yen through 77 Bank’s “77 Sustainable Order Loan”

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000194.000057958.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275493-en.html
- anchor: #n3242635
- Companies mentioned: 帝国不動産株式会社、株式会社七十七銀行、株式会社アーキテクト・ディベロッパー

On September 18, 2026, Teikoku Real Estate raised 500 million yen through 77 Bank’s “77 Sustainable Order Loan.” It set a target of increasing the rate of men taking childcare leave, aiming for at least 85% by the fiscal year ending June 2030.

Facts:
- Raised 500 million yen
- At least 85%
- By the fiscal year ending June 2030
- 500百万円（5億円）

## New products from matsukiyo LAB’s PERFORMA-X athlete-focused line: Soup protein to enjoy as a meal

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000206.000089283.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275492-en.html
- anchor: #n3242634
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マツキヨココカラ＆カンパニー、AthReebo株式会社

株式会社マツキヨココカラ＆カンパニー began selling 2 new “soup protein” products from matsukiyo LAB’s athlete-focused PERFORMA-X line on October 10: corn cream and clam chowder flavors.

Facts:
- More than 3,600 stores across all 47 prefectures of Japan
- 105 stores across 6 regions, mainly in Asia
- 1食（45g）当たり23.6g※1 の大豆タンパク質
- 1食（21g）当たり13.7g※1 の乳・大豆タンパク質
- Price: 3,218 yen
- Net weight: 600 g

## Portfolio company Moneyview (India) lists on the NSE

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000217.000010437.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275489-en.html
- anchor: #n3242633
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドリームインキュベータ、Moneyview、Moneyview Limited、Turtlemint、デンソー

株式会社ドリームインキュベータのインド投資先であるMoneyviewが2026年10月1日、インド国立証券取引所（NSE）に上場した。DIは保有株式数約2,597万株を有し、インド市場での2社目のIPO事例となる。

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- 25,976,850 shares
- 1.69% stake
- Approximately 140 million registered users
- 48 partner financial institutions
- Managed loan balance of approximately 225.2 billion rupees
- Equivalent to approximately 370 billion yen
- More than 99% of PIN codes (postal codes)
- Invested in 30 companies in India
- 3 companies grew into unicorns

## オークネット 環境省が推進する「サステナブルファッション・パートナー制度」へ参加

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000250.000071059.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275487-en.html
- anchor: #n3242632
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オークネット、環境省、株式会社サークラックス

株式会社オークネットは、環境省が推進する「サステナブルファッション・パートナー制度」に参加し、二次流通のプラットフォーム基盤を活かして衣類のライフサイクル長期化や資源循環の推進に貢献する。

Facts:
- More than 7,500 buyers in Japan and overseas
- More than 1.5 million products annually
- Has led the industry for approximately 20 years
- Capital: 1,807 million yen
- Consolidated revenue: 64,139 million yen
- Consolidated employees: 1,119

## 日本情報クリエイト、「リアプロBB+」に物件データ連動機能を追加

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000277.000015053.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275486-en.html
- anchor: #n3242631
- Companies mentioned: 日本情報クリエイト株式会社、日本情報クリエイト、株式会社リクルート

日本情報クリエイト will add a property data integration feature to its inter-agency property distribution service “ReaPro BB+” from October 7, 2026, streamlining listings on its own tools and portal sites.

Facts:
- Starting Wednesday, October 7, 2026
- For more than 32 years
- Capital: 734,288,200 yen
- Established: Aug. 1, 1994

## AUN Consulting: One year since acquiring insurance claims support service Mierumo—using digital marketing to address housing challenges and enhance service value

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000287.000034654.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275485-en.html
- anchor: #n3242630
- Companies mentioned: アウンコンサルティング株式会社、クラサポ株式会社

Aun Consulting is marking 1 year since acquiring the non-life insurance claims support service “Mierumo,” and is working to enhance the service’s value and share information through digital marketing and the use of AI.

Facts:
- 1 year since the acquisition
- It has been 1 year since the non-life insurance claims support service “Mierumo” was acquired from クラサポ株式会社 on July 1, 2025.
- The company resolved to acquire the business on June 23, 2025.

## GiX opens office inside “Toyama Takayama Sushi Airport”; initiative to transform airport operations using AI and data and launch a new hub for industry and job creation centered on the airport

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000361.000080464.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275484-en.html
- anchor: #n3242629
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ギックス、株式会社富山エアポート、モメンタムファクトリー・Orii、松井機業

株式会社ギックス has opened a new office inside Toyama Takayama Sushi Airport and, under a comprehensive partnership agreement with Toyama Airport, is working to improve airport operations using AI and data and create jobs for local talent.

Facts:
- Signed in June 2026
- International departures area, 3F

## Launch of “ExaBase AI for Agricultural Cooperatives,” specialized for the JA Group

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000502.000030192.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275483-en.html
- anchor: #n3242628
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エクサウィザーズ、株式会社Exa Enterprise AI、JA山口県、JA香川県、JA石川中央会、JA信連、JA共済連、JA厚生連、JA全中、富士キメラ総研、農林水産省

株式会社Exa Enterprise AI has launched “ExaBase AI for Agricultural Cooperatives,” a generative AI service specialized for the JA Group. The service comes standard with more than 30 types of AI agents and aims to address labor shortages and improve operational efficiency.

Facts:
- With 490 comprehensive agricultural cooperatives nationwide
- While the number of members reaches approximately 10.15 million
- Comes standard with more than 30 types of “AI agents”
- Introduced at more than 30 organizations in the JA Group
- Achieving a reduction of 2,205 work hours per month
- Used by approximately 1,700 companies and more than 150,000 users

## Usage time for transportation and MaaS apps is trending upward; up 39.0% year over year among males in their 10s

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000538.000005362.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275482-en.html
- anchor: #n3242627
- Companies mentioned: フラー株式会社、フラー、日本民営鉄道協会、定期航空協会

フラー株式会社 has released the “Transportation and MaaS App Usage Trends by Age Group Report 2026,” based on App Ape data. Its analysis for January 2025 through July 2026 found that monthly usage time for transportation and MaaS apps increased at a faster pace than overall smartphone usage, with usage time among males in their 10s rising 39.0% year over year.

Facts:
- Up 23.5% in July 2026
- Overall smartphone usage (up 2.2%)
- The highest rate was among people in their 10s, at 57.5%
- The highest rate was at 12:00, at 5.5%

## Agreement signed with Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture, on reuse

- Published: 2026-10-07T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000568.000006029.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4275481-en.html
- anchor: #n3242626
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジモティー、ジモティー

株式会社ジモティー has signed an agreement with Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture, on reuse and will conduct public awareness activities aimed at reducing waste. It currently partners with 327 municipalities nationwide.

Facts:
- 327 locations