Is “eating more to lose weight” really true? 18 field professionals trained in nutrition share insights based on their practical experience — Nutrition Forum to be held October 24, 2026
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一般社団法人臨床栄養医学協会 will hold Nutrition Forum 2026 online on October 24, 2026. The event will feature 19 sessions led by a total of 18 speakers, presenting scientifically grounded theories and practical case studies on dieting, including approaches that increase calorie and carbohydrate intake.
Reキャリー, a specialist tire and wheel buying store, opens its first location in Mie Prefecture, with a new store in Yokkaichi set for a soft opening on Saturday, October 10
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CARRY GROUP株式会社 will hold a soft opening for a new Reキャリー tire and wheel buying store in Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, on October 10, 2026.
JOSEPH to hold a limited-time BAG POP UP on the 1st floor of 阪急うめだ本店
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London-born fashion brand JOSEPH will hold a limited-time BAG POP UP on the 1st floor of 阪急うめだ本店 from October 14 through 20, 2026, featuring new bags from its AUTUMN WINTER 2026 collection.
富士クラシックホテル to host a Christmas music event for overnight guests on December 24 and 25
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富士クラシックホテル will host a Christmas music event exclusively for overnight guests on December 24 and 25, 2026. Jazz singer Hibiki Sato will perform on December 24, and pianist Haruka Ueda on December 25, with live music in the hotel lobby.
AJALT and AI Supplement to provide a 100-hour Japanese language course and learning support program for the Employment for Skill Development system
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株式会社AIサプリ and 公益社団法人国際日本語普及協会（AJALT） will begin offering a 100-hour Japanese language course and learning support program for the Employment for Skill Development system in April 2027.
A-LINE offers a financial planning simulator to forecast household finances for 30 years after a home purchase
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株式会社A-LINE offers the “Long-Term Home Finance Planning Simulator,” a web service that estimates mortgage repayments and living expenses over 10-, 20- and 30-year periods after purchasing a home.
Hair extension company Create One, known for its “プルエクステ®” extensions, builds new headquarters building THE ONE SAKAE in Nagoya's Sakae district and relocates its head office
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クリエイトワン株式会社, which operates the “プルエクステ®” hair extension brand, has built a new head office building, THE ONE SAKAE, in Sakae, Naka Ward, Nagoya, and relocated its headquarters there as of October 1, 2026.
Facts
The head office relocated as of October 1, 2026
The building was completed on March 18, 2026
The building has 9 above-ground floors and 1 basement level
Basement level 1
4th floor: HANNAH 名古屋, a hair salon directly operated by the company
[October 8 is Denture Appreciation Day] Tackling a shortage of dental technicians with “traditional craftsmanship” × “the latest digital technology”: workplace reforms at the Misora Group
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To mark Denture Appreciation Day on October 8, the Misora Group is highlighting digitalization and skills-transfer initiatives at 株式会社みそらデンタルラボ, as well as efforts to strengthen collaboration through みそら訪問デンタルクリニック, scheduled to open in October 2026. The group is also advancing a new business model to produce domestically for overseas orders in partnership with ARTIDENTAL LAB INC. in the United States.
Facts
Now more than half of the total (55.9%)
Remains at just 25.4%
Approximately 74%
6 full-time staff
8 people in total
More than 30 years of experience
Oct. 1, 2026
Established: January 6, 2023
Merged with 医療法人みそらグループ on June 1, 2025
Established: August 28, 2018
Within a 16-kilometer radius
Companies mentioned：みそら株式会社、医療法人みそらグループ、株式会社みそらデンタルラボ、公益社団法人日本歯科技工士会、厚生労働省、みそら訪問デンタルクリニック、ARTIDENTAL LAB INC.
KKT合同会社 invests in 株式会社Helical Fusion, which aims to commercialize fusion energy
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KKT合同会社 has invested in Helical Fusion, which aims to commercialize helical fusion energy, as part of the second closing of its Series B round. Helical Fusion raised approximately 3.23 billion yen in this round, bringing its total funding, including subsidies and loans, to an expected approximately 13.05 billion yen.
Kanreki-rina photo session — accepting additional applications through October 11. Celebrate in a beautiful tutu instead of the traditional red chanchanko vest!
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Originalバレエ衣装ブランドJardin des Costumesが、2026年11月7日に大阪市内で「還暦リーナの撮影会」を開催し、4名限定で参加者を追加募集している。
Facts
Limited to 4 participants
Nov. 7, 2026
Regular price: 55,000 yen
Approximately 30 minutes per person
An estimated 250,000 people
Companies mentioned：Jardin des Costumes、スタジオエイプリルプラス、たかの友梨ビューティークリニック、イングルウッド、株式会社Be REAL、Miracle Body、POLA 大阪堀江店、POLA クローバー店
【Held in Okinawa for the First Time!】Special event “ニカソーOKINAWA大感謝祭” celebrates 二階堂 shochu with soda, known as “ニカソー”!
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二階堂酒造有限会社 will hold the special event “ニカソーOKINAWA大感謝祭,” in collaboration with all 21 shops at “国際通り屋台村” in Naha, Okinawa Prefecture, from October 30 to November 29, 2026.
Meets Consulting registered as a private-sector project support provider by 中小機構 — supporting small and midsize businesses aiming for ¥10 billion in sales through AI-DX and e-commerce
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Meets Consulting株式会社 has been registered as a private-sector project support provider under the “Public-Private Collaboration Project Support Program” of 独立行政法人中小企業基盤整備機構（中小機構）. The company supports the growth of small and midsize businesses aiming for ¥10 billion in sales through operational efficiency improvements using AI-DX and sales channel development through e-commerce.
Facts
Aiming for ¥10 billion in sales
Registration date: September 28, 2026
Originalプロジェクト費用の3分の2以内
Maximum of ¥15 million
Supporting a cumulative total of more than 200 companies
DX support with integrity that doesn’t end at “building it.” 株式会社AWLL strengthens its full-time employee support and thorough on-site approach
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株式会社AWLL has strengthened its direct support by full-time employees without relying on outsourcing, along with its on-site approach from the estimation stage. It has established an honest DX support system that provides continued support after delivery and a free repair guarantee.
Facts
1–2 weeks of on-site support
Directly at the client’s site for about 1 to 2 weeks
cui-cui｜2026 WINTER COLLECTION launches on Friday, October 9
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The jewelry brand “cui-cui,” operated by 株式会社colors, will launch its “2026 WINTER COLLECTION” on October 9, 2026. Inspired by the movements and distinctive traits of chess pieces, the collection will be sold at 11 stores nationwide, including ルミネ and アトレ, as well as online.
Waste if discarded, a resource if put to use. Experiment begins to break down “old tatami mats” and tackle illegal dumping
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リサール酵産株式会社 has begun an experiment to break down “old tatami mats,” which are a source of illegal dumping in forests. Using the mixed-microorganism material “カルスNC-R,” it demonstrated that tatami mats made from natural materials derived from rush grass can be returned to the soil.
Facts
The illegal dumping problem of “1,800 tatami mats” left along mountain roads
Begins demonstration experiment on “digital community bulletin boards × regional disaster-prevention DX” with 軽井沢町
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アニバーサリーコンシェル株式会社 is launching a demonstration experiment on “digital community bulletin boards × regional disaster-prevention DX” in partnership with 軽井沢町, aiming to sustain local communities and strengthen disaster preparedness. The project will cover 3 districts—新軽井沢区, 追分区, and 三ツ石区—and is scheduled to run from September to November 2026.
株式会社YStory appoints Miho Egawa of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at 京都大学医学部附属病院 as academic advisor
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株式会社YStory has appointed Miho Egawa of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at 京都大学医学部附属病院 as academic advisor, strengthening its ability to incorporate clinical and research expertise in women’s health into product development.
About 60% say honesty, such as “explaining fees without hiding anything,” is key to trusting a funeral service provider; however, more than half say they “haven’t received enough information to make a decision”
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つむぎ株式会社 surveyed 600 people about their impressions of funeral service providers. About 60% said they had “no particular impression,” and while respondents cited fee transparency and honest service as key to trust, more than half said they had not received enough information to make a decision.
Facts
Survey of 600 people
59.7% said, “They explain the breakdown of fees and the conditions under which additional costs may arise without hiding anything”
53.5% said, “They provide honest service regardless of the budget or scale of the funeral”
63.7% said they had not received enough information to determine whether a funeral service provider could be entrusted with peace of mind
61.5% said they had “no particular impression” of the funeral industry
“Kimaroom Renewal Management” launches service for ナイスアセット株式会社 in Kanagawa Prefecture
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株式会社キマルーム has launched operations in September 2026 for “Kimaroom Renewal Management,” a DX tool dedicated to renewal management, for ナイスアセット株式会社, which manages 7,800 units, primarily in Kanagawa Prefecture.
【New Book】“Dad, what is investing?” An investment educator who has taught a cumulative 160,000 people answers a child’s simple question — a book on the “essence of investing” to teach before techniques: “Dad, Teach Me About Real Investing,” on sale 10/8
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株式会社ブックダム will release investment guide “Dad, Teach Me About Real Investing,” by Yoshiyuki Takahashi, on October 8, 2026. Written by the founder of a financial education institution that has taught a cumulative 160,000 people, the book explains the essence of investing, risk management, and the concept of compound interest through questions posed by a child.
Facts
A cumulative total of more than 160,000 people have learned
134 pages in total
Scheduled for release on Thursday, October 8
List price: 1,540 yen (tax included)
Has a cumulative total of more than 150,000 followers on social media
Latest video in the “こびとづかん” series released — “キニナジムナー編,” featuring an Okinawan native species living in an old, large banyan tree
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株式会社ロクリン社 released the latest video in the “こびとづかん” series, “キニナジムナー編,” on YouTube on October 7, 2026. The video features an Okinawan native species of kobito. The “こびとづかん” series has surpassed 3.2 million copies in cumulative circulation and is celebrating its 20th anniversary.
【Herman Miller】“ハーマンミラーストア 梅田” to open Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at Grand Green Osaka Shops & Restaurants
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Herman Miller opened “ハーマンミラーストア 梅田” on September 30, 2026, at Grand Green Osaka Shops & Restaurants, directly connected to JR Osaka Station. It is the company’s second store in the Kansai region, following its 心斎橋店.
“トラキャリ,” a recruitment agency specializing in the HR industry, selected as a partner agency for “エージェントの窓口,” provided by HIRED株式会社
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“トラキャリ,” an HR-industry recruitment agency operated by 株式会社トラックレコード, was officially selected as a partner agency for “エージェントの窓口,” a career consultation service provided by HIRED株式会社, effective October 8, 2026.
Facts
Will officially join on October 8, 2026
Since June 2026, we have been supporting job seekers’ careers through this service
HIRED株式会社 began offering the service on April 9, 2026
株式会社BoostDraft has published a case study on how 東京建物株式会社 implemented its legal document editor, “BoostDraft,” to streamline the review of contract formatting.
Providing Red Cross relief supplies to areas affected by Typhoon No. 25 in the prefecture; also launching a donation drive to support those affected
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日本赤十字社神奈川県支部 is providing relief supplies to areas affected by Typhoon No. 25 in Reiwa 8 (Yokosuka and Miura), and began accepting donations for the “Reiwa 8 Typhoon No. 25 Disaster Relief Fund” on October 8.
Seeed Studio’s Nordic-powered wireless development boards, “XIAO nRF54LM20A Sense” and “XIAO nRF54LM20A,” deliver high performance and excellent power management
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Nordic Semiconductor announced that Seeed Studio’s 2 newly developed wireless development boards, “XIAO nRF54LM20A Sense” and “XIAO nRF54LM20A,” use its nRF54LM20A SoC and nPM1300 PMIC.
Facts
128 MHz Arm® Cortex®-M33 processor
512 KB RAM
2 MB on-chip NVM
128 MHz RISC-V coprocessor
Up to 4 Mbps
28 GPIOs
8 MB external Flash
21 × 17.8 mm
Has approximately 1,450 employees
Companies mentioned：ノルディック・セミコンダクター株式会社、Nordic Semiconductor、Seeed Studio
Launch of a “Safe Driving Education Package” for businesses using vehicles with standard white license plates, offering ongoing safety education through 6 subjects and 125 learning materials
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株式会社キャブステーション began offering its “Safe Driving Education Package” on October 1, 2026, for businesses that use vehicles for work and have standard white license plates. Comprising 6 subjects and 125 learning materials, the package supports ongoing safety education through courses for safety managers, short courses, and KYT using dashcam footage.
Final Aim to exhibit at “Japan Mobility Show Bizweek 2026”
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株式会社Final Aim will exhibit at “Japan Mobility Show Bizweek 2026,” held at Makuhari Messe in October 2026, showcasing examples of its generative AI-powered design development platform “Final Design” and new product “Final Design 1st Sketch.” Co-founder Yasuhide Yokoi will also speak at a session hosted by Plug and Play Japan.
Facts
October 13 (Tuesday)–October 16 (Friday), 2026
More than 12,000 people gather from around the world
Companies mentioned：株式会社 Final Aim、ヤマハ発動機株式会社、本田技研工業株式会社、Plug and Play Japan株式会社、Olive株式会社、一般社団法人 日本自動車工業会、一般社団法人 日本自動車部品工業会、Autodesk社、NVIDIA社、Berkeley SkyDeck、Alchemist X、北カリフォルニアジャパンソサエティ、スタンフォード大学
Helical Fusion advances fusion energy commercialization; raises ¥3.23 billion in the 2nd close of its Series B round to accelerate development and demonstration toward power generation, bringing total funding to ¥13.05 billion
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株式会社Helical Fusion has completed a ¥3.23 billion raise in the 2nd close of its Series B round, bringing its total funding to ¥13.05 billion. 富士電機, Fujikura, 東京瓦斯, and others joined as investors, accelerating power generation demonstrations under the Helix Plan.
Facts
Raises ¥3.23 billion
The amount raised so far in the Series B round has reached ¥5.93 billion
Helical Fusion and 富士電機 form a capital and business alliance to commercialize fusion energy
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Helical Fusion and 富士電機 have formed a capital and business alliance to achieve practical fusion power generation, with 富士電機 joining as an official partner of the Helix Plan.
Facts
Commercialization of fusion power plants in the 2030s
Research and development have been conducted at national universities and public research institutes for approximately 70 years
富士電機 signed a contract with Helical Fusion in 2025 to supply power equipment for high-temperature superconducting magnets
The global population is projected to increase by approximately 1.7 billion by 2050
Estimates indicate that the global market for fusion plant construction and electricity will grow to several hundred trillion yen by 2050
In Japan, a new administration led by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi took office in October 2025
The aim is to secure 3.1 trillion yen in public- and private-sector investment by 2040
Original直近3年間で600億円の経済産業省主導補助金制度が公募されるなど
With the mid-2020s as the target, complete separate demonstrations of the 2 key development components: “high-temperature superconducting magnets” and “blanket-cum-divertor”
In May 2023, the company published a peer-reviewed paper detailing the design of the first power generation unit
With cooperation from more than 30 domestic companies and various joint research partners
Azusa Design, Azusa Research Institute and MESON co-create “Immersive Wood Gallery,” an XR gallery where visitors can experience the cycle of wood and design philosophy, as part of Azusa Design’s 80th anniversary project
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株式会社MESON, 株式会社梓設計, and 株式会社梓総合研究所 have co-created “Immersive Wood Gallery,” an XR gallery using Apple Vision Pro, as part of 梓設計’s 80th anniversary project. The MR walkthrough experience at HANEDA SKY CAMPUS lets visitors experience the cycle of wood and design philosophy.
[MATECH] New semi-solid-state battery model of “MagOn Watch Max 10000,” a 10,000mAh mobile battery with Apple Watch charging and a built-in cable; also offering 20% points back
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MATECH株式会社 is launching a new semi-solid-state battery model of “MagOn Watch Max 10000,” a 10,000mAh mobile battery with Apple Watch charging, Qi2 wireless charging, and a built-in USB-C cable, and will hold a limited-time 20% points-back sale on Amazon.co.jp.
“Grilled Spanish Mackerel with Salted Koji—Served with Marinated Autumn Eggplant and Rich Grated Daikon Sauce,” made with “Grated Sauce for Grilled Fish (made with domestic daikon),” available for a limited time at 2 タニタカフェ locations from Monday, October 12
[Announcement from the YouTube shopping show 通販の虎] Enjoy the same snacks as everyone else, even when you have dietary restrictions. 超低糖質スイーツブランド「凪日和」 launches, born from nearly 10 years of development
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超低糖質スイーツブランド「凪日和」, operated by 株式会社LADDER, was featured on the YouTube show 通販の虎. Products including financiers and Christmas cakes are set to go on sale.
Facts
A total of 12 pieces are included
List price: ¥4,800
¥5,184, including tax
Price: ¥6,926
¥7,480, including tax
Release date: 2026/10/7 (Wed)
Established 株式会社SHARE EAT, a company specializing in ultra-low-carb sweets, in 2017
Ota City will hold the “O-tan Orange Project” at イオンモール太田 on October 10, featuring talks and live performances about dementia. The “Dementia Orange Book Fair” will also be held at the same facility.
“How to Create an HR System That Helps Employees Grow at Small and Medium-Sized Businesses” to be held online on November 10
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株式会社新経営サービス will hold the online seminar “How to Create an HR System That Helps Employees Grow at Small and Medium-Sized Businesses” on November 10, 2026, offering support for small and medium-sized businesses building HR systems.
Facts
Nov. 10, 2026
A track record of supporting HR system development at more than 50 companies
More than 2,000 client companies
More than 30 books have been published.
In 1978, it spun off its management support division
HR system reforms at a cumulative total of more than 1,000 companies
Developed more than 1,400 corporate leaders
Supported the growth of more than 500 managers
Supported management plan development for more than 700 companies
Actor Tsurutaro Kataoka to appear on 『TickTockTalk♪』! He discusses his distinctive approach to choosing watches and turning points in his life. A 3-week series starts Sunday, October 11, on TOKYO FM
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Actor Tsurutaro Kataoka will appear for 3 consecutive weeks starting October 11 on TOKYO FM’s radio program 『TickTockTalk♪』, discussing his favorite watches and turning points in his life. The program is sponsored by “BEST ISHIDA,” operated by 株式会社ベスト販売.
Penta Security wins the Technology Innovation Grand Prize at the “2026 Korea Trusted Innovation Awards,” becoming the first cybersecurity company to receive the award
ディースクエアード presents the Roxy Bag in a new campaign photographed by Hugo Comte. Featuring Bad Gyal, Noah Brown, and Dean and Dan Caten, the campaign evokes the spirit of the Spring/Summer 2026 collection.
【Oct. 20 (Tue), 22 (Thu) and 27 (Tue), 11:00】What can the next-generation equipment maintenance cloud “M2X” do? Free online demo seminar
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株式会社M2X will hold free online demo seminars on October 20, 22 and 27, showcasing features of the next-generation equipment maintenance cloud “M2X,” its latest updates and AI capabilities.
Always freshly sharpened with nothing more than putting it away and taking it out. Patent pending [proprietary design] knife and automatic sharpening case set “研澄 TOGISU” now available for general sale
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アイメディア株式会社 began general sales in October 2026 of “研澄 TOGISU,” a knife and case set that automatically sharpens the knife when it is put in or taken out, under its new brand “みらいと.”
On the road to the national Ultimate title! All 32 teams competing in the main tournament have been determined [51st All-Japan Ultimate Championships for the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Cup]
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The 32 teams competing in the main tournament of the “51st All-Japan Ultimate Championships for the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Cup” have been determined, with 16 teams each in the Open and Women’s divisions. The dates and venues for the main tournament and finals have also been announced.
[Industry-specific survey No. 19] AI Search Partners (TechSuite株式会社) conducts a survey on AI search optimization (LLMO/AIO/GEO/AEO) for industrial air conditioning and energy-saving equipment selection｜74 companies observed
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TechSuite株式会社 conducted a survey on AI search optimization for selecting industrial air conditioning and energy-saving equipment. An analysis of 72 responses from 3 major AI systems found 74 companies mentioned, with more than 60% of sources coming from official company websites.
Facts
74 companies observed
Appearance rate: 56.9%
The top 5 companies accounted for a combined 44.0% of all mentions
72 AI responses collected
The average number of companies was 3.17–3.96
More than 60% were companies’ own official websites
Comparison and matching portals also accounted for about 21%
More than 300 companies served with AI article production
Companies mentioned：TechSuite株式会社、ChatGPT、Google AI Overviews、Microsoft Copilot、Claude、Gemini、Perplexity、バクヤスAI 記事代行、AIスカウトくん
Find an “advisor” suited to your challenges. “参謀BARクラブ,” a monthly membership program drawing on a network of more than 1,000 advisors, launches October 8
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株式会社経営参謀 launched “参謀BARクラブ” on October 8, 2026, a monthly membership program that draws on a network of more than 1,000 advisors to connect business leaders with the right practitioners to address their challenges.
【椿屋珈琲・ダッキーダック】A fluffy pumpkin tart makes its debut
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Towa Food Service will begin selling a tart made with Hokkaido-grown pumpkin at the takeout specialty stores of ダッキーダック and 椿屋珈琲 starting October 13, 2026.
【椿屋珈琲・ダッキーダック】A panda gets dressed for autumn! “Pumpkin Panda Cream Puff” makes its debut!
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Starting October 13, 2026, 椿屋珈琲 and ダッキーダック, operated by Towa Food Service, will sell the limited-edition “Pumpkin Panda Cream Puff,” made with Hokkaido-grown pumpkin. It is priced at ¥480 (tax included).
【椿屋珈琲・ダッキーダック】Juicy and richly sweet! The first sweets made with Japanese pear “Nansui” are here!
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Towa Food Service will begin selling an autumn-limited dessert, “Nagano Prefecture-grown Japanese Pear ‘Nansui’ Tart,” made with Nansui pears from Nagano Prefecture at takeout-only locations of ダッキーダック and 椿屋珈琲 starting Oct. 13, 2026.
The first merchandise and voice products, “Starter Package,” from the 1st cohort of VTuber brand “UltraLMTM（ウルトラリミテム）,” produced by k4sen, are now on sale!
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GANYMEDE株式会社 has begun selling the first merchandise and voice products, “Starter Package,” from the 1st cohort of its VTuber brand “UltraLMTM.”
[Oct. 10, Fall Prevention Day survey] Among 300 people with elderly parents, awareness of skin tears was just 23.7%, and more than 80% had experienced incorrect first aid
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A survey conducted by 医療法人社団鉄結会アイシークリニック found that awareness of “skin tears” among 300 people with elderly parents was just 23.7%, while about 70% had experienced skin peeling due to minor external force. It also found that more than 40% had experienced incorrect first aid, such as using disinfectant.
Facts
67.0% have experienced an elderly parent's skin peeling “after just a slight bump”
The most common incorrect treatment was “applied disinfectant,” at 42.3%
Next was “removed the peeled skin,” at 31.7%
Just 15.0% said they “know in detail” what causes skin aging
The correct response rate for “dermatology” was 41.0%
Next-generation wired XR glasses “XREAL AURA” to launch starting at 229,800 yen
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XREAL株式会社 has announced the official price of “XREAL AURA,” a next-generation spatial computing device developed for the Android XR ecosystem, and begun accepting the remaining balance from reservation pass purchasers.
プレイド publishes application guidelines for “KARTE STAR 2027,” honoring the achievements of companies using KARTE
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株式会社プレイド has published application guidelines for “KARTE STAR 2027,” an award recognizing companies that use the CX platform “KARTE.” Entries will be accepted from Oct. 20 to Nov. 27, 2026, and the winners will be announced at a party on March 10, 2027.
“Machitomo Cup 2026 Autumn Festival: Disaster Preparedness and Mitigation Sports Day,” a community competition where residents can learn about disaster preparedness and mitigation in a fun way
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On Sept. 27, 中央グリーン開発株式会社, part of ポラスグループ, held “Machitomo Cup 2026 Autumn Festival: Disaster Preparedness and Mitigation Sports Day” online. A total of 385 people from 106 households across 6 housing developments in Saitama and Chiba prefectures took part, using quizzes and a bucket relay to raise disaster preparedness awareness and foster community ties.
“I don’t think it’s a success story”: A former regional revitalization volunteer who runs 3 companies in Mori, Hokkaido, speaks candidly at a study session
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Kenji Yamamoto, a former regional revitalization volunteer in Mori, Hokkaido, shared his experiences and candid views on regional revitalization at a study session held by 株式会社あるやうむ. Yamamoto, who is involved in running 3 companies, emphasized the importance of people with ties to a region and the tenacity to keep going.
Facts
The speaker on Oct. 6, 2026, was
8 years from there
I was at school for about 300 of the 365 days
It continued for about 1 and a half months
In September 2019, Mr. Yamamoto joined Mori Town as a regional revitalization volunteer
Oct. 22, 2026: Free webinar | Rebroadcast — “Using grants and generative AI to find a winning strategy for a new business: How to test whether it will sell with generative AI and turn it into a business with grants”
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株式会社カスタメディア will hold a free webinar on Oct. 22, 2026, co-hosted with ハイブリッド経営サポート株式会社. The event is a rebroadcast of the live stream held on Sept. 25 and will explain how to validate demand for new businesses using generative AI and turn them into businesses using grants.
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A track record of developing and supporting the growth of more than 800 websites
Coming soon: “OceanBiz2026 in SHIZUOKA” on Oct. 22 and 23. Underwater drones head to their “next real-world test” in Shimizu, with open-water demonstrations
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一般社団法人日本水中ドローン協会 (secretariat operated by 株式会社スペースワン) has published the schedule for open-water demonstrations at “OceanBiz2026 in SHIZUOKA,” to be held on Oct. 22 and 23, 2026, at Shimizu Marine Terminal and Shimizu Port in Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture. The event will feature indoor exhibits and demonstrations of underwater drones and ROVs across 4 courses in open water. “BLUE ECONOMY EXPO @ Suruga Bay” will be held concurrently.
Announcement of Emerald Partner Agreement with 藤崎電設株式会社
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株式会社フットボールクラブ水戸ホーリーホック has signed an Emerald Partner Agreement with 藤崎電設株式会社. The agreement runs from Oct. 1, 2026, to Sept. 30, 2027, and includes advertising banners on the website and placement on junior team uniforms.
[ABCマート] New hands-free shoes that eliminate the hassle of taking shoes on and off: casual boot sneakers for fall and winter; standard models also updated with hands-free designs and wide fits, while business shoes now feature waterproofing
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ABCマート will launch new HAWKINS hands-free shoes, designed to be put on without using your hands, starting Oct. 8, 2026. The lineup includes casual boots sneakers for fall and winter, waterproof business shoes, and a classic model with an extra-wide design.
【Sushi and Robata Sushiyama Shinjuku】Fall-exclusive “Autumn Elegance Course with Wagyu and Mushroom Dashi Shabu” launches
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株式会社Brand Bank Company has begun serving its fall-exclusive “Autumn Elegance Course,” featuring wagyu and mushroom dashi shabu, at its Sushi and Robata Sushiyama Shinjuku restaurant.
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7,700 yen per person (tax included)
September 18, 2026 (Friday)
12 items in total
Additional 2,000 yen (tax included)
Additional 700 yen (tax included)
6,600 yen per person (tax included)
8,800 yen per person (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社Brand Bank Company、GYRO HOLDINGS、株式会社 Innovation Planning、株式会社ダルマプロダクション、株式会社T.O LAB、株式会社ファイブ.シー、株式会社S.E.T、株式会社イーグラント・コーポレーション
【All-you-can-eat Niigata-grown new-crop Koshihikari rice‼ Until 10/15! Niigata's top-brand Koshihikari rice arrives at 34 ニラックスブッフェ locations! Enjoy as much as you like alongside a wide variety of dishes!】
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ニラックス株式会社 announced that it will offer all-you-can-eat Koshihikari rice grown in Niigata Prefecture for a limited time from Oct. 9 to 15, 2026.
Aso Drone Race 2026, open to beginners and experienced pilots alike, to be held Nov. 1 (Sun.)
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株式会社セキド will jointly hold Aso Drone Race 2026 with 阿蘇ドローンレース実行委員会 on Nov. 1, 2026, at the ASPECTA outdoor theater in Kumamoto Prefecture. The event is open to beginners and experienced pilots alike and will feature one-make races using the DJI Avata and Neo series.
Facts
Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
Marking its 8th year in 2026
Approximately 3 km long
About 1.5 km long
With 4 models
Time: 10:00–17:00
Original一般観覧は11:00から
Avata class: 6,000 yen
Neo class: 5,000 yen
Avata/Neo class double entry: 8,000 yen
Number of participants sought: 30
Registration deadline: Oct. 13, 2026 (Tue.)
Has a track record of doing business with more than 45,000 companies and government agencies
【Breaking!! The blockbuster recipe book series has surpassed 150,000 copies sold! A new title in the “Karada Totonoeru” series is out】Popular food writer Megumi Fujii's follow-up to her hit onigiri book, “Karada Totonoeru: Small Hot Pots and Finishing Rice,” goes on sale 10/9!!
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A new title in the “Karada Totonoeru” series, which has sold more than 150,000 copies, “Karada Totonoeru: Small Hot Pots and Finishing Rice,” will be released by 株式会社主婦と生活社 on Oct. 9. Written by food writer Megumi Fujii, it features numerous small hot pot recipes that do not use dashi broth.
Offering special benefits for teams competing in Nenrinpic Sainokuni Saitama 2026 at bathing facilities including Ofuro Cafe, 玉川温泉, and Buko Onsen
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株式会社温泉道場 will offer benefits to teams competing in Nenrinpic Sainokuni Saitama 2026, to be held in Saitama Prefecture in November 2026. Benefits at bathing facilities such as Ofuro Cafe and 玉川温泉 include free rental towels, while COMORIVER will offer free lounge access.
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Free lounge access, normally priced at 550 yen.
Up to 1 accompanying guest
Companies mentioned：株式会社温泉道場、株式会社ONDOホールディングス、株式会社Kii company、株式会社さかなと、株式会社埼玉武蔵ヒートベアーズ、玉川温泉、おふろcafe 白寿の湯、おふろcafe utatane、おふろcafe ハレニワの湯、O Park OGOSE、秩父湯元 武甲温泉、COMORIVER
Certified under the “Recycling Business Plan (Food Recycling Loop)” program—promoting a circular economy through the use of recyclable food resources
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ワタミ株式会社 received ministerial certification on Aug. 13, 2026, under the Food Recycling Law for its “Recycling Business Plan (Food Recycling Loop).” The circular business model recycles food waste from the handmade-food Iwakuni Center into animal feed, then reuses the eggs in the company's own products.
陸前高田ワタミオーガニックランド to exhibit at the Reiwa 8 Rikuzentakata City Industrial Festival!—Plans to sell hamburgers made with local ingredients that sold out last year!
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ワタミオーガニックランド, a subsidiary of ワタミ株式会社, will exhibit at the “Reiwa 8 Rikuzentakata City Industrial Festival,” to be held in Rikuzentakata on Oct. 24 and 25, 2026, and plans to sell hamburgers made with local ingredients.
A press conference report on the drama “Usotsuita Watashitachi,” which begins airing on TV Osaka on Oct. 8. It covers the 4 stars' impressions, an overview of the production, and the broadcast schedule.
“niko and ...” Christmas collection to brighten time at home. Preorders begin online on Oct. 9 (Fri.)
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株式会社アダストリア's style editorial brand niko and ... will begin advance sales of selected items from its Christmas collection on its official web store and other channels from Oct. 9, 2026, and will give a gift to customers who spend at least 20,000 yen including tax.
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More than 40 multi-brands
Starting Oct. 9, 2026 (Fri.)
First 100 people
Oct. 23, 2026 (Fri.)
At least 20,000 yen including tax
Set of 5 acrylic charm ornaments
Operating 150 locations nationwide
Approximately 1,500 stores in Japan and overseas
Companies mentioned：株式会社アンドエスティHD、株式会社アダストリア、niko and ...、and ST、ZOZOTOWN、Rakuten Fashion、株式会社エレメントルール、株式会社BUZZWIT、株式会社ゼットン、株式会社アンドエスティ、株式会社アンドエスティ・ロジスティクス、株式会社WeOur
A webinar will be held on the theme “The limits of on-site support, a challenge for business divisions and IT departments responsible for nationwide expansion”
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マジセミ株式会社 will hold a webinar on the limits of on-site support during nationwide expansion and the challenges of managing contractors. Hosted by PFU, it will introduce methods for centralized management using BPO.
A webinar will be held on the theme “【For consumer goods manufacturers】Are you delivering in-store promotions that make customers think, ‘I want this now’?”
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マジセミ株式会社 will host a webinar for consumer goods manufacturers on using digital signage for in-store promotions. Co-hosted by TDI株式会社, it will explain how shifting from print to digital can improve brand messaging consistency and flexibility.
A webinar will be held on the theme, “【Rebroadcast】Are ‘SMS authentication and password entry’ causing shopping cart abandonment and member churn?”
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マジセミ株式会社 will host a webinar on how SMS authentication and password entry can cause shopping cart abandonment and member churn, and explain a case study of implementing Capy株式会社’s “Capy FIDO/passkeys.”
A webinar will be held on the theme, “How can legacy systems that are difficult to overhaul all at once be renewed in stages?”
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マジセミ株式会社 will host a webinar on the phased renewal of legacy systems. Organized by アルプスシステムインテグレーション株式会社, it will introduce modernization methods using “WebPerformer.”
A webinar will be held on the theme, “【For the manufacturing industry】Why don’t workers get the same results as experienced colleagues even when they follow the manual?”
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マジセミ株式会社 will host a webinar for the manufacturing industry on visualizing and formalizing the tacit knowledge of experienced workers. It will explain a skills-transfer method combining AI analysis with interviews at worksites. The webinar is organized by 株式会社ダッド, with マジセミ株式会社 as a supporting partner.
A webinar will be held on the theme, “【Rebroadcast】【For companies with 500 or more employees】Can your identity management keep up with increasingly complex organizations and HR needs, including transfers, dual assignments and secondments?”
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マジセミ株式会社 will rebroadcast a webinar for companies with 500 or more employees, asking whether their identity management can handle increasingly complex organizational and HR needs. Organized by 株式会社イエソド, it will explain how to redesign access management through IGA using the YESOD directory service.
A webinar will be held on the theme, “【Rebroadcast】What ransomware incident cases reveal about why business disruptions drag on”
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マジセミ株式会社 will host a webinar explaining why business disruptions caused by ransomware attacks can be prolonged, and how to prepare a cyber BCP using Rubrik. It is organized by 東京エレクトロンデバイス株式会社 and co-hosted by Rubrik Japan株式会社.
A webinar will be held on the theme, “【For management, sales planning and DX】How can equipment manufacturers and engineering companies generate recurring revenue?”
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マジセミ株式会社 will host a webinar for equipment manufacturers and engineering companies on generating recurring revenue. Organized by ビズキューブ・コンサルティング株式会社, it will explain how to transform business models amid declining demand for new installations and labor shortages.
A webinar will be held on the theme, “Why isn’t generative AI that individuals can use gaining traction within small and midsize manufacturers?”
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マジセミ株式会社 will host a webinar on why generative AI, despite being useful to individuals, is not progressing toward adoption within small and midsize manufacturers. 株式会社アルバイトタイムス will present and explain how to assess IT environments and select tasks for AI use.
A webinar will be held on the theme, “Are you concerned about educating all employees and implementing countermeasures against sophisticated email attacks?”
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マジセミ株式会社 will host a webinar introducing “KIS MailMon,” a targeted attack email training service provided by KIS Security株式会社. It will explain its features: low pricing, full customization, and adoption by 850 companies in 4 years.
A webinar will be held on the theme, “Using video in manufacturing: how can companies overcome the burden of production and the ‘make it and forget it’ problem?”
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マジセミ株式会社 will host a webinar on solving challenges in the use of video in manufacturing and passing on technical expertise, and introduce a case study using Bizlat Cloud.
A webinar will be held on the theme “【Rebroadcast】Should this business process improvement really be a priority? (For companies with 500 or more employees)”
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マジセミ株式会社 will host a webinar explaining how to advance DX through business-process visualization and hands-on support using PFU’s “プロセスRe:Design.”
Capturing dazzling, translucent moments of “everyday life”! Actress Kotona Minami, drawing attention with her undeniable presence, is set to release her first calendar!
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株式会社KADOKAWA announced that it will release the first calendar by actress Kotona Minami, “Kotona Minami Calendar 2027.04-2028.03,” on January 21, 2027. It is priced at ¥3,300 (tax included).
【Sasaraya】Autumn Factory Festival: Fukumitsu Main Store from 10/8 and Tateyama Main Store from 10/14. A total of 14,000 visitors last time! Limited quantities of popular black soybean rice, dumplings, special-value surprise bags and more. Hinodeya Seika Sangyo
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Hinodeya Seika Sangyo will hold its “Autumn Factory Festival” at its directly operated Sasaraya Fukumitsu and Tateyama main stores, selling collaborative products with the トンボ飲料グループ and limited-edition dorayaki, among other items.
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A long-established rice cracker manufacturer founded 102 years ago
Free release of the “Job Listing and Selection Improvement Checklist” resource to help companies become employers of choice for working mothers／Job site 女の転職type
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株式会社キャリアデザインセンター, which operates the job site 女の転職type, has released a free white paper, “Job Listing and Selection Improvement Checklist,” to help companies recruit working mothers.
【Animal Welfare Awareness Survey】91% say they intend to buy, while 67% accept an additional ¥100–200. First ASDI survey report released free, and pre-consultations for businesses launched
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一般社団法人STANDARD5COMMONS has released the “First ASDI Survey Report,” on awareness of animal welfare, free of charge and launched pre-consultations for businesses on SDGs concept marketing. The survey found that 91% expressed purchase intent and 67% said they would accept a price difference of +¥100–200. It is also strengthening its public relations and search infrastructure through selection for PR TIMES and Google AdGrants.
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An astounding response rate of “15.2%”
Received 724 votes in 24 hours
On the scale of $10,000 per month (equivalent to approximately ¥1.5 million)
[On sale October 8] ROSY ROSA launches a new Kabuki type in its premium Powder Brush EX series. It offers the series’ signature exceptionally soft feel on the skin, while the “polished application” unique to this shape creates a more refined finish.
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株式会社ロージーローザ will launch a new Kabuki type in its premium Powder Brush EX series on October 8, 2026.
[Report] ANOBAKA PITCH 2026 AUTUMN, a pitch event bringing portfolio startups and investors together in person, held
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株式会社ANOBAKA held ANOBAKA PITCH 2026 AUTUMN, an invite-only pitch event connecting portfolio startups with VCs and CVCs, on September 29, 2026. The event featured 9 companies and approximately 190 attendees, drawing strong interest from investors.
スタスタLIVE英検 to begin creating personalized “success plans” on October 6 for the 3rd Eiken test of fiscal 2026
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スタディスタジオ株式会社’s スタスタLIVE英検 will begin creating personalized “success plans” on October 6, 2026, for the 3rd Eiken test of fiscal 2026. Everyone who receives a free counseling session will be provided with a PDF plan before enrollment.
タカノ株式会社 to exhibit “Takumi Kobo” at Suwa Area Industrial Messe 2026, opening November 12
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タカノ株式会社 will exhibit as “Takumi Kobo,” its specialist service for precision lathe machining, at Suwa Area Industrial Messe 2026, opening November 12, 2026. It will showcase examples of machining difficult-to-cut materials for semiconductor manufacturing equipment and medical devices, and offer technical proposals to design and development personnel.
Facts
Nov. 12, 2026
Approximately 300 companies are scheduled to exhibit
Small-diameter hole machining with a diameter of φ0.1 mm
Difficult-to-cut material machining with μm tolerances
[アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社] Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts)—4th period (2026/01/09–2026/07/08)
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アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社 filed its securities report for the 4th period, covering January 9 to July 8, 2026. Net assets grew to approximately 10.97 billion yen, and the return of 101.36% reflected strong growth.
Facts
アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社 filed a securities report on October 8, 2026.
The return for the 4th period was 101.36%.
Net assets at the end of the period totaled 10,978,233,119 yen.
Assets are valued at fair value in accordance with the rules of 一般社団法人資産運用業協会.
[アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社] Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts)—7th period (2026/01/09–2026/07/08)
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アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント filed its securities report for the 7th period, reporting assets of approximately 660 million yen and net income of approximately 110 million yen.
Facts
アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社 filed a Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts)—7th period (2026/01/09–2026/07/08).
Total assets for the 7th period were 664,316,219 yen.
Net income for the 7th period was 111,182,892 yen.
[アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社] Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts)—4th period (2025/07/09–2026/07/08)
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アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント filed its securities report for the 4th period, significantly improving performance, with net assets of approximately 132.6 billion yen and a return of 34.51%.
Facts
アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社 filed a securities report on October 8, 2026.
Total net assets for the 4th period were 132,616,575,527 yen.
The return for the 4th period was 34.51%.
Operating income for the 4th period was 32,821,503,930 yen.
The fund aims to achieve investment results linked to the performance of an index representing the US stock market.
[アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社] Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts)—4th period (2025/07/09–2026/07/08)
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アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント filed its securities report for the 4th period on October 8, 2026. Assets grew to approximately 113.7 billion yen, and the return reached 54.60%. US stocks, futures, and gold form the basis of its investment management.
Facts
アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社 filed a securities report on October 8, 2026.
The return for the 4th period was 54.60%.
Total assets at the end of the period were 113,747,906,924 yen.